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What is the share of inheritance for the single daughter and the single male cousin of a deceased woman?

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If a woman dies leaving behind one daughter and a paternal male cousin, and no other heirs, then the daughter receives one-half, as Allah Almighty says: "And if there be one daughter, she will have one-half." The remainder is taken by the paternal male cousin by virtue of 'asabah (agnatic relationship), based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "Give the prescribed shares to those entitled to them; then whatever remains is for the nearest male relative." Inheritance cases must be referred to the Sharia courts to verify the absence of other heirs, wills, or debts that take precedence over the heirs' rights.

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