Level of Understanding and Acceptance of Students towards E-Faraid: Implications for Al-Mirath Education and Digital Transformation of Inheritance Management

This study examines the challenges faced by Malaysian Muslims in inheritance management, such as delays, disputes and unclaimed estates. The e-Faraid system, a technology-based platform, was created to ensure a systematic and Shariah-compliant distribution process. However, awareness and acceptance of e-Faraid, especially among college students, remain low. As future technology leaders, students play a key role in promoting efficient inheritance management. This qualitative study uses secondary data from academic sources, reports and official documents to explore students’ knowledge of faraid principles and their readiness to adopt e-Faraid. Findings show that students have a moderate understanding of faraid and limited awareness of e-Faraid, but they are open to using it if introduced through education and promotion. The study concludes that integrating al-Mirath education into curricula can improve awareness and encourage the use of digital tools for more efficient, transparent and Shariah-compliant inheritance administration in Malaysia.

e-Faraid, Student Understanding, al-Mirath Education

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