My mother received agricultural land as a gift from my grandmother 12 years ago. The land was originally gifted to my grandmother by her father-in-law. Now, my aunt is claiming an equal share in the land. She has filed a case in court. Could you explain the legal implications of this situation under Muslim law?

Under Muslim law, property inherited from a father-in-law (father of the husband) is considered ancestral property and is subject to the rules of inheritance. Therefore, your aunt may have a valid claim to an equal share in the land as a co-heir. The court will determine the rightful share based on the specific circumstances and applicable provisions of Muslim law.