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How is inheritance divided between a full sister and a paternal cousin (son of a paternal uncle) of the deceased woman?

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After the debts are paid and the bequests are executed, the full sister takes one-half as a prescribed share, based on the Almighty’s saying: "They ask you for a legal decision. Say: Allah gives you a legal decision concerning Kalalah (person who has left neither descendants nor ascendants as heirs). If a man dies, leaving no child but has a sister, she shall have half of what he leaves." The half-paternal cousin (son of paternal uncle) takes the remainder by way of residuary inheritance, based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "Give the prescribed shares to those who are entitled to them, and whatever remains is for the closest male heir." It is advisable to consult Sharia courts for an accurate division of the inheritance.

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