This book is a result of research project supported by the ICSSR about codification of family law for the Muslim community within Quranic framework. Extensive survey was carried out discussions were held with learned religious leaders of different Islamic schools of jurisprudence. The proposed family code takes into account sensibilities of all Islamic schools of jurisprudence and the Quranic principles of gender justice after studying family laws for Muslims in various countries.

Contents: Preface. Introduction. 1. Evolution of Shariah Law. 2. Analysis of the Interviews. 3. Islamic Family Laws in Other Countries. 4. Conclusion. Index.