Protection and adoption of abandoned children in Malaysia : a comparative overview with Islamic Law
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Petaling Jaya :
International Law Book Services ,
c2008
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Table of Contents:
- 1. Law on protection of abandoned children in Malaysia
- 2. Related legislation providing for protection of abandoned children
- 3. Adoption and fostering of abandoned children
- 4. Foundling (laqit) under Islamic law (the Shari'ah) and rules governing custody, guardianship and maintenance
- 5. Status of foundling's freedom, religion, parentage and succession in Islamic law
- 6. Rights, liabilities and responsibilities of foundling in civil and criminal matters under Islamic law
- 7. Conclusion