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What does hiba-bil-iwaz mean in Indian Muslim law?

Hiba-bil-iwaz is a gift for a return or consideration. In the Indian form, the exchange is the direct consideration for the transfer.

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What does hiba-bil-iwaz mean in Indian Muslim law?

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Hiba-bil-iwaz is a gift for a return or consideration. In the Indian form, the exchange is the direct consideration for the transfer.

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Option A

An obligation attached to a gift does not by itself supply the consideration signified by iwaz.

Option B

The term refers to the return given in exchange. It does not say how much of the donor's property is transferred.

Option C

Iwaz signifies the return or consideration given for the gift.

Option D

The expression describes consideration given in return. It does not depend on the recipient's religion.

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