Shares
| Heir | Number | Share (group) | Share (each) | Of Rs 10,000,000, each |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wife | 1 | 1/8 | 1/8 | Rs 1,250,000 |
| Sons | 2 | 7/10 | 7/20 | Rs 3,500,000 |
| Daughter | 1 | 7/40 | 7/40 | Rs 1,750,000 |
In whole shares (sihaam): the estate divides into 40 parts — wife 5, sons 28, daughter 7.
Why these shares
- Wife: 1/8 when the deceased left children or son’s children, otherwise 1/4.
- Sons and daughters: share the residue, each son receiving twice a daughter’s share.
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