Explanation

• Law of Inheritance in Islamic Jurisprudence: Ilm-ul-Faraid (علمُ الفرائض)
• Also called: Faraid (فرائض)
• Meaning: Islamic law governing inheritance and the distribution of property

Explanation

• The wealth or property left by a deceased person is called Taraka
• Taraka means فوت ہونے والے انسان کی دولت 
• It is the basis of the Islamic system of inheritance (Faraid).

Additional information:

• Asabah: The residuaries who take whatever remains of the estate after the fixed-share heirs receive their portions.
  

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Explanation

• Ijtihad is an important concept in Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh).
• It refers to using independent reasoning to derive Islamic rulings.
• It is used when clear guidance is not found in the Quran or Sunnah.
• Root word: J-H-D (effort / struggle).

Last verified on 09-05-2026

Explanation

• Shirk: The sin of associating partners with God or giving God's exclusive qualities to anyone or anything else.

Additional information:

• Tawhid: The belief that Allah is one and has no partners or equals (the opposite of Shirk).
• Sabr: Patience and steadfastness during difficult times.
• Zakat: Giving a set portion of wealth to charity as a religious duty.

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Explanation

• Sadd al-Dhara’i means “blocking the means” to something prohibited.
• It prevents an act that is permissible in itself when it is likely to lead to a prohibited consequence.
• The principle aims to prevent harm and protect the objectives of Shariah.
• It is particularly associated with the Maliki school of Islamic jurisprudence.

Last verified on 02-09-2026