The question (13 marks)
Discuss the sources of Muslim law in their order of authority, and explain the effect of the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937 on custom. (13 marks)
MU Module I (1.1-1.2); pack ch. 01 sources-schools-and-the-shariat-act.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 1 · Sources, Schools, Marriage and Mehr under Muslim Law of Family Law I (Muslim, Parsi and Christian Law; Indian Succession Act).
Authorities you will need
- Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act
- Indian Contract Act
- Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act
- Sarla Mudgal v Union of India (1995)
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