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Under Muslim law, a will may be made of

A Muslim may bequeath by will (wasiyat) up to one-third of his net estate, after funeral expenses and debts. A bequest beyond one-third takes effect only if the heirs…

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A Muslim may bequeath by will (wasiyat) up to one-third of his net estate, after funeral expenses and debts. A bequest beyond one-third takes effect only if the heirs consent after the testator's death.

One-fourth, one-half or the whole estate are not the limits.

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