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What is the share of the only daughter (Fatima) from the rent of her deceased grandfather's land, given that her father (the son of the grandfather) and her mother have both passed away?

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If the grandfather passed away and he had a second wife, she receives one-eighth as her prescribed share due to the presence of a lineal descendant, based on the Almighty's saying: ﴿But if you have a child, then for them [the wives] is one eighth of what you leave, after any bequest you [may have] made or debt.﴾ The remainder goes to the sons and daughters from both wives, with the male receiving the share of two females. The inheritance is divided into 96 shares: the wife receives 12 shares, each son 14 shares, and each daughter 7 shares. The son who died after his father receives his share, which is then divided among his heirs. If they are limited, his mother receives one-sixth, his full sister receives one-half, and the remainder goes to the paternal brothers and sisters, with the male receiving the share of two females. Also, the daughter Fatima inherits from her deceased mother. We emphasize that inheritance matters are serious and complex, and a mere fatwa is not sufficient; rather, they must be brought before Sharia courts for investigation to ensure there are no wills, debts, or other rights taking precedence over the heirs' rights.

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