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The Legality or Otherwise of Abortion Under Islamic Law Hamidu Ardo; Abubakar Ibrahim Adamu
Al-Mahkamah: Islamic Law Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Progressive Islamic Law
Publisher : Penerbit Hellow Pustaka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/mahkamah.v3i2.63

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The legality of abortion under Islamic law is a complex and debated topic. Islamic law has varying interpretations regarding abortion. Abortion is generally permitted in Islam if the mother’s life is at risk or in cases of severe fetal abnormalities. However the specific gestational limit for permissibility varies among Islamic schools of thought, the concept of ensoulment, or when fetus is believes to receive a soul, is crucial in determining abortions permissibility. Some interpretations consider ensoulment to occur at conception, while others believe it happens later. Around 120 days after conception. Different schools of thought such as Hanafi, Maliki, Shafii and Hanbali have varying opinions on abortion some are more restrictive,  while others allow abortion under specific circumstances. Analytical research methodology was used in this paper. Data are drawn from books, articles, scholarly journals etc.
A Critical Analysis Of The Rights Of Divorced Woman Under Islamic Law Hamidu Ardo; Abubakar Ibrahim Adamu
Al-Arfa: Journal of Sharia, Islamic Economics and Law Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Transformative Islamic Economics and Law
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/arfa.v3i2.132

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The phenomenon of marriage dissolution has existed before Islam and has persisted ever since. Indeed, if the contemporary world situation is indictable of any trend, it appears to foretell a continuing increase in divorce rates; the gradual decline in some societies is offset by the continuing rise in others. This paper investigates on critical analysis of the rights of divorced woman under Islamic Law. The paper start with brief introduction on the right of maintenance (shelter, clothing and food) in Revocable Divorce. The paper further explain the right to inheritance from divorced wife. The paper end with the analysis on the position of Divorcee in Islamic Law according to the views of Muslim Scholars and the right to demand payment for nursing and custodian of children of fail marriage. Analytical research methodology was used in this paper. Data are drawn from books, articles, scholarly journals etc.
An Appraisal of the Practice and Procedure of Sulh (Settlement Out of Court) An Islamic Law Perspective Hamidu Ardo; Abubakar Ibrahim Adamu
Al-Mahkamah: Islamic Law Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Progressive Islamic Law
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/mahkamah.v4i1.65

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Sulh Meaning Amicable Settlement or Conciliation is a Fundamental Mechanism in Islamic Jurisprudence for Resolving disputes outside formal Court Proceedings rooted in the Principle of Justice and Social Harmony. This Appraisal Examines the Legal framework, historical eviction and contemporary application of Sulh in Islamic Law, it explore how Sulh is Structured in the context of different legal schools and compares it with more than Alternatives Dispute Resolution (ADR) Mechanisms highlighting both the Similarities and the features of Islamic Settlement Processes. In Islamic legal Introduction, Sulh is Permissible in matters of Personals disputes, Property Rights, and even some Criminal cases, provided it does not contravene divine injunctions or Public welfare. The appraisal concluded by evaluating the Potential of Sulh in contemporary legal context, advocating for it integration within modern ADR Practices and Proposing reforms to enhance its applicability Particularly in multi-cultural and Pluralistic societies. This Study also highlights the benefit of Sulh in Preventing relationship and promoting Peace making.   It is an Enduring Modern Dispute Resolution in both Muslim and Non-Muslims Communities.