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Children The Majlis Vol 21 No 03, p.2

What are the rights of the biological father over his illegitimate child?

Question

What are the rights of the biological father over his illegitimate child?

Answer

Zina (adultery/fornication) does not give rise to rights. It gives rise to punishment. A man is not the legal father of the illegitimate children he 'fathers'. Such children will not inherit in his estate. He has no rights over them.

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