This Article analyses the succession under Muslim Law. It focuses on the women’s right of inheritance in the pre-Islamic era and in the present. It talks about general principles of inheritance and doctrines that deal with it. Introduction Muslim Law of Succession embodies from four sources of Muslim law: The Holy Quran The Sunna- that… Continue reading Inheritance Under Islamic Law : Rules, Types of heirs, Doctrines & Landmark Judgements
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Rights of a child born out of void and voidable marriages under HMA & SMA
The legal status of children born out of invalid and voidable marriages is the subject of this article. It investigates a child’s legal rights under the Hindu Marriage Act and the Special Marriage Act. Introduction In India, there are many misunderstandings about the legal status of children born of void and voidable marriages. A genuine… Continue reading Rights of a child born out of void and voidable marriages under HMA & SMA
Marriage, Divorce & Inheritance Rights of women under Muslim Law and Landmark Judgements
Different personal laws govern different religions, the issue of women’s rights in Muslim personal law is very controversial as women have been fighting for gender equality rights relating to their property rights, maintenance, divorce, and marriage. In this article, we are going to discuss the exposition of the Rights of Muslim women. Introduction According to… Continue reading Marriage, Divorce & Inheritance Rights of women under Muslim Law and Landmark Judgements
Personal Laws in Mizoram : Mizo Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance Act 2014
This article talks about the peculiar culture of Mizoram and its unique matrilineal system. Mizoram has formalized its customary laws. The article deals with their marriage, divorce, and property law in detail and how it affects the changing socio-economic and political fabrics as tribal communities become more heterogonous and complex. Introduction Mizos were formerly known… Continue reading Personal Laws in Mizoram : Mizo Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance Act 2014
Inheritance in Hindus : HSA 1956, Types of Heirs, Landmark Judgements
This article talks about the laws of succession in cases of both males and females. Introduction With the evolution of time, the concept of family has changed over the years, and giving some kind of guarantee to family members has become essential. The Joint Hindu Family is an undivided Hindu family, not just in the… Continue reading Inheritance in Hindus : HSA 1956, Types of Heirs, Landmark Judgements
Law of Succession in Islamic Law : History, Difference between Shia & Sunni Succession
This article examines Succession under Muslim Law. It concentrates on the history of Muslim Succession and important sections of the Indian Succession Act that deal with it. It further discusses instances and the son’s responsibility to repay his father’s debt. Introduction In Indian Civilization, each religion is controlled by its own set of personal laws,… Continue reading Law of Succession in Islamic Law : History, Difference between Shia & Sunni Succession