Question 1

What is Faraid in Islam?

Accepted Answer

Faraid is the obligatory Islamic law of inheritance that fixes the shares of surviving family members after debts and a valid wasiyyah of up to one-third are settled.

Question 2

How much does a daughter inherit?

Accepted Answer

A single daughter receives one-half of the estate if there are no sons. Two or more daughters share two-thirds. If sons are also alive, the residue is shared with a son receiving twice the share of a daughter.

Question 3

What is the Awl case in Faraid?

Accepted Answer

Awl occurs when the fixed shares add up to more than one whole. The base of the estate is increased proportionally so every heir's share is reduced without changing the ratios. This calculator handles Awl automatically.

Question 4

Is this inheritance calculator free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The XpertCreation Faraid calculator is free, requires no signup, and follows Hanafi rules. It is a calculation aid; confirm the final distribution with a qualified scholar.

Islamic Inheritance Calculator