How is inheritance handled under Islamic law in India?

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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

How is inheritance handled under Islamic law in India?

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

In India, inheritance under Islamic law (Shariat) is governed by the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937. This law specifies the shares of inheritance for different family members based on Quranic principles and applies to Muslims only.

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