Sharia Council

A Sharia Council is a community-based or religious body that provides guidance and resolution for disputes related to Islamic law, often within Muslim communities in non-Muslim countries. It offers advice on personal matters like marriage, divorce, and inheritance, aiming to align decisions with Islamic principles. While it may function privately or alongside the legal justice system, its rulings are usually not legally binding in the wider legal context unless recognized by civil courts. Its role is to support Muslims in adhering to their faith’s legal and ethical standards in everyday life.