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 | 1/2 | 1/4 | Rs 2,500,000 |
| Daughters | 3 | 3/8 | 1/8 | Rs 1,250,000 |
In whole shares (sihaam): the estate divides into 8 parts — wife 1, sons 4, daughters 3.
Share of the estate
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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