Religious Studies A-Level
Mahr
What Mahr means in Religious Studies A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Mahr
The mandatory gift given by the groom to the bride at the time of marriage, which becomes her sole property.
Topics that use Mahr
- Islam: Gender and sexuality (AQA A-Level)
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Using Mahr in the exam
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