The Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act

The Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, enacted in 1937, is an Indian law that governs personal matters—like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and maintenance—for Muslims. It ensures these issues are decided based on Muslim religious laws (Shariat). The Act applies primarily to Muslims in matters that are personal and family-related, rather than civil or criminal law. It respects the religious customs and traditions of Muslims, providing a legal framework that allows Muslim communities to manage their personal affairs according to their religious principles within the Indian legal system.