Analyse the concept of Will in Islam and explain clearly the requirements of a valid Wasiyat and the means by which a Wasiyat can be revoked. Highlight the exceptions to the one-third rule of testamentary disposition of property among Muslims. Also, reveal the difference between the Shias and Sunni with respect to the Law of Wills.by Mayank Shekhar 28 Dec 2022 11:27 AM GMT
A Muslim made a Will of his properties in favour of his two friends 'Y' and 'Z', by stipulating that the former would get 1 /2 and the latter 1/4 of his property. His heirs did not approve of the Will. Determine the respective shares to which each would be entitled under Sunni law and Shia law.by Mayank Shekhar 28 Dec 2022 10:53 AM GMT
Who can claim Haq-Sufa (pre-emption) and what are the formalities to claim right to pre-emption? State the legal devices for evading right of pre-emption.by Mayank Shekhar 28 Dec 2022 9:55 AM GMT
P, a Muslim has a son S, a wife W and a grandson G from a predeceased son D. P makes a will of his whole property in favour of G. Decide the validity of this bequest.by Mayank Shekhar 27 Dec 2022 12:35 PM GMT
'In Islam power of making Wills was grudgingly conceded'. Comment on the above statement and fully discuss the Juristic (legal) basis of Will' under Mohammedan Law.by Mayank Shekhar 27 Dec 2022 12:00 PM GMT
Explain fully the formalities of a 'Will'. Can a will once made be revoked? If so, under which circumstances?by Mayank Shekhar 26 Dec 2022 11:45 AM GMT
'A' dies leaving a Will in which he has left a legacy of Rs. 10,000/- to B. The Will is in the handwriting of A, but not signed by him, nor are there any witnesses attesting to the will. The heirs of 'A' challenged the Will. Can they succeed?by Mayank Shekhar 26 Dec 2022 10:57 AM GMT
Examine the validity of a Will made by a Muslim after he has taken poison or done any act towards the commission of suicide. What is the difference between Sunni and Shia law on the subject? Explain the reason for such divergence in their views.by Mayank Shekhar 24 Dec 2022 11:34 AM GMT
Discuss briefly the limitations upon the testamentary powers of a Muslim.by Mayank Shekhar 24 Dec 2022 11:07 AM GMT
Define 'Will' and explain the principles of abatement of legacies.by Mayank Shekhar 24 Dec 2022 8:49 AM GMT
What is the limit of the testamentary power under Sunni and Shia law respectively?by Mayank Shekhar 24 Dec 2022 7:57 AM GMT
A testator bequeaths 1/3 of the estate to A, 1/4 to B,1/5 to C and the heirs refuse to confirm the bequests. Ascertain the shares of each legatee under Sunni law.by Mayank Shekhar 23 Dec 2022 12:39 PM GMT
