Family, Kinship and Marriage Among Muslims in India

The book explores family, kinship, and marriage in Muslim communities in India, focusing on social practices rather than formal Islamic principles. Contributors examine the correspondence between these principles and the observed behaviour.

Format: Hardback
Length: 367 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2024
Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors

This classic work delves into the intricacies of family, kinship, and marriage within Muslim communities across various regions of India. Each contribution, meticulously crafted through fieldwork in specific communities, offers a unique perspective on the social institutions that shape these aspects of life. While some contributors draw upon the formal Islamic principles to examine their correspondence with the observed social practices and behavior, their primary focus lies in describing and analyzing the social institutions in terms of the actual practices followed by the people. The Islamic rules pertaining to kinship and marriage are not the sole focus of this work, but rather serve as a backdrop against which the authors explore the diverse and complex dynamics of these relationships. Through their insightful analyses, the authors shed light on the various factors that influence family dynamics, kinship structures, and marital arrangements within Muslim communities, providing valuable insights into the social and cultural norms that govern these aspects of life.

Weight: 436g
Dimension: 148 x 221 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789388540766