Includes subject index.

Part I: Introduction to Islamic Law

The Origin and Development of Islamic Law
Sources of Islamic Law: Quran, Sunnah, Ijma, Qiyas
Schools of Islamic Law: Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, Hanbali

Part II: Personal Law

Marriage and Divorce
Nikah (Marriage Contract)
Dower (Mahr)
Talaq (Divorce)
Khula (Dissolution of Marriage by Wife)
Mahr-e-Mubarra
Iddat (Waiting Period)
Maintenance and Guardianship
Maintenance of Wife, Children, and Parents
Guardianship of Minors
Inheritance
Shar'i Wills (Wasiyat)
Intestate Succession (Miraas)
Gifts and Endowments
Hiba (Gift)
Waqf (Endowment)

Part III: Civil Law
Contracts
General Principles of Contract
Specific Contracts (Sale, Hire-Purchase, Partnership, Agency)
Torts
General Principles of Tort
Specific Torts (Defamation, Trespass, Negligence)
Property Law
Ownership and Possession
Modes of Acquisition of Ownership
Transfer of Property
Legal Procedure
Courts of Law
Civil Procedure Code

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Singh's "Textbook on Muslim Law" offers a systematic and accessible exploration of Islamic Law. The author skillfully navigates the complexities of uncodified law, drawing from ancient sources and contemporary judicial precedents. The text's clarity and conciseness make it ideal for law students, faculty, and legal practitioners. Notably, the book incorporates the latest legal developments, including the significant Triple-Talaq judgment, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current legal landscape. By effectively balancing historical context and modern legal interpretations, Singh's "Textbook on Muslim Law" emerges as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to delve into this intricate field.