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In the traditional Hanafi order of preference for custody of a boy under seven whose mother is…

The traditional Hanafi preference is for the maternal grandmother among these relatives. In an actual court proceeding, section 17 of the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890…

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In the traditional Hanafi order of preference for custody of a boy under seven whose mother is unavailable, which eligible female relative ranks first among those listed?

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The traditional Hanafi preference is for the maternal grandmother among these relatives. In an actual court proceeding, section 17 of the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 requires the court to consider the child's welfare.

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Option A

The paternal grandmother is ranked after the maternal grandmother.

Option B

The maternal grandmother ranks first among these relatives when the mother is unavailable.

Option C

The full sister is ranked below the grandmothers.

Option D

A maternal aunt is ranked below the maternal grandmother.

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