In Islamic law on divorce, the custody of a child aged two years or less is normally conceded to the
A. father B. mother C. aunt D. grandmother
Correct Answer: B
Explanation
The custody of a minor child in Islam is called Hizanit, which literally means the care of the infant. As per the Shariat law that applies to Muslims, the father is considered to be the natural guardian of his children irrespective of sex, but the mother is entitled to the custody of her son till the age of 7 years and of her daughter till she attains puberty
