This book covers the study of the Islamic law of succession, intestate as well as testamentary. Based on original sources, it includes the historical  and theological basis of law developed by the Muslim schools of jurisprudence.
The author makes a comparative study between the Sunni and Shia laws of inheritance and focuses on problems being faced by Muslims, due to the strict application of traditional Islamic Law in their contemporary situations. These problems have been analyzed in the light of various reforms introduced by Islamic countries to resolve such issues.
The second edition includes the latest case law laid down by the superior courts in Pakistan.
This book is an essential component of the course on ‘Muslim Personal Law’ for LL.B. students and the course on ‘Islamic Law’ for LL.M. students. It will also be of interest to lawyers, judges, law teachers, law students, civil servants, revenue officers, the general reader, and students of Islam.