Inheritance Distribution: Wife, Parents, Two Sons and One Daughter
Reference: Fatāwā Rāshidiyyah, Page 597
❖ Question
What do the respected scholars say regarding this case:
A man named Jamal Beg passed away. He left behind the following heirs:
◄ One wife
◄ Mother
◄ Father
◄ Two sons
◄ One daughter
According to the Shariah of Muhammad ﷺ, what is the prescribed share for each heir?
❖ Answer
Alḥamdulillāh, waṣ-ṣalātu was-salāmu ʿalā Rasūlillāh, Ammā baʿd!
Before distribution, three matters must first be settled from the deceased’s estate:
➊ Funeral and burial expenses are taken out.
➋ Any debts of the deceased are repaid.
➌ If a valid will has been made, it is executed from up to one-third (⅓) of the estate.
After these matters, the remaining estate is divided. For convenience, the estate is assumed as 1 Rupee.
Distribution of Jamal Beg’s Estate
Total Estate: 1 Rupee
| Heir | Paisa | Anna |
|---|---|---|
| Wife | 00 | 02 |
| Mother | 08 | 02 |
| Father | 08 | 02 |
| Two Sons (each) | 2½ | 03 |
| Daughter | 09 | 01 |
Decimal System Distribution (Total = 100%)
◈ Wife → 12.5%
◈ Mother → 16.66%
◈ Father → 16.66%
◈ Two sons (residuary) → 43.34% (each 21.672%)
◈ One daughter (residuary) → 10.836%
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