Islamic Inheritance Shares for Full Uncle
In this case study, one key sharer, namely a full uncle, is involved. The full uncle receives a residual share. We explore the various categories of sharers and examine the application of Islamic Inheritance and Quranic laws in the estate distribution process between them.
Residual Sharers
In Islamic inheritance law, the concept of residual sharers plays a crucial role in ensuring the equitable distribution of an estate among heirs. Residual sharers are those individuals who inherit from what remains of the deceased’s estate after the primary sharers have received their designated shares.
Residual sharers are typically close relatives, such as male offspring, male ancestors, and male siblings, who become entitled to inherit after the primary sharers, like spouses, children, and parents, have received their allotted portions. Their role is vital in ensuring that the remaining assets are distributed fairly and following Islamic principles. The order of residual sharers is defined under Rule #13 & Rule #14.
Full Uncle’s Share in Islamic Inheritance Law
In Islamic inheritance law, the full uncle holds a significant position as a residual sharer. Full uncle is eligible to receive a residual share in the absence of offspring ( children and descendants ), paternal male ancestors, siblings, and other near relatives.
This means that when the estate of a deceased person is distributed among the heirs, the full uncle is entitled to inherit from what remains after the shares of other primary sharers have been allocated.
The share of Full Uncle would be as follows:
Full Uncle’s Share = Total Estate – The shares of prescribed or fixed sharers
Calculation of Full Uncle’s Share as a Residual Sharer
Full Uncle’s Share = 100% of the estate
Calculation steps performed in this case study:
- Distribute the remaining shares according to relative priority (Rule 14)
- Full Uncle is the only heir remaining receiving share of 1/1 (Rule 14).
Shares by Category:
| Relative Category | Share Fraction | Share Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Full Uncle | 1/1 | 100% |
| Total | 1/1 | 100% |
