The Fatwa Rulings Compilation and Analysis series is part of the Fatwa Rulings Documentation Project which aims to increase awareness and enhance the understanding of readers on fatwas produced by Singapore’s Fatwa Committee, its development and thinking since 1968. This second volume comprises 56 fatwas pertaining to issues on inheritance, estate planning and distribution. It elaborates on the socio-historical context and background that have influenced the formulation of these fatwas. Moreover, it allows readers to track the evolution of certain fatwa decisions and understand the decision-making process behind their issuance. Furthermore, this publication includes commentaries regarding these fatwas. This volume provides valuable insights into the historical evolution of Singapore’s fatwa institution and sheds light on the challenges faced by the Fatwa Committee in maintaining the relevance of fatwa positions in alignment with Singapore’s national policies. This is a translated and adapted version of the original Malay publication entitled Fatwa-Fatwa Singapura Jilid 2: Pewarisan dan Perancangan Kewangan.
FATWAS OF SINGAPORE INHERITANCE AND ESTATE PLANNING
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FATWAS OF SINGAPORE VOLUME 2
INHERITANCE AND ESTATE PLANNING