Halsbury’s Laws of Singapore Volume 13(4) on Islamic Law delivers an authoritative reference crucial for professionals and academics engaged with Islamic law in Singapore.
Publication Date: August 2025
Publisher: LexisNexis Singapore
This volume delves into key areas such as the typology and sources of Islamic law, constitutional position, and administration of Islamic law in Singapore through entities such as the Syariah Court, MUIS, and FATWA.
It provides a detailed account of Muslim Personal Law covering betrothal, marriage, divorce, and inheritance, offering both practical and theoretical insights. Noteworthy updates include amendments to the Administration of Muslim Law Act, reflecting the dynamic legal landscape in Singapore. Furthermore, the volume is enriched with revised references derived from key online resources, including the Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura and the Registry of Muslim Marriages, ensuring that users have access to current and precise information.
I. ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE
1. INTRODUCTION
2. THE POSITION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE
3. CONSTITUTIONAL POSITION
4. ADMINISTRATION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE – SYARIAH COURT
5. ADMINISTRATION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE – MUIS
6. ADMINISTRATION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE – FATWA
7. ADMINISTRATION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE — WAKAF AND
NAZAR AM
8. ADMINISTRATION OF ISLAMIC LAW IN SINGAPORE – ZAKAT
II. MUSLIM PERSONAL LAW
1. BETROTHAL
2. MARRIAGE
3. DIVORCE
4. INHERITANCE