A beneficiary's formal refusal of an inheritance.
In Islamic law
Scholars discuss whether an heir may refuse a fixed share, since entitlement vests automatically at death; a settlement among heirs (takharuj) is often the cleaner route.
In Canadian law
The disclaimed gift usually falls into residue or passes as though the beneficiary predeceased. It must generally be made before accepting any benefit.
No significant difference between the four Sunni schools is recorded on this point in the sources reviewed. Where a specific case turns on it, ask a qualified scholar rather than relying on a general summary.
Canadian legal detail
Treadstone Law, an Ontario firm with a wills and estates practice, covers the Canadian side of this in more depth:
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This entry is general information, not legal or religious advice. Inheritance turns on the exact family circumstances. Confirm Canadian law with a lawyer in your province, and any religious ruling with a qualified scholar.
Citations & sources
Every factual claim on this page traces to one of the references below. Legislation and dollar thresholds change — verify against the primary source before relying on any figure.
- Succession Law Reform Act, RSO 1990, c S.26 — Government of Ontario
- Locating wills and documents — Law Society of Ontario
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