Yazar : L. A. P. Gossling

Moslem Law, Custom and Usage as Reflected in the Agricultural Economy of Malaya

Argues that Muslim customs and laws, such as the law of inheritance, prohibition of pork-eating, lunar calendar, prohibition of interest, payment. of religious tithes, fasting during Ramadan, have a negative effect on the smallholder, and thereby, retard the growth of the rural sector. Relies on incorrect interpretation of the primary sources. Based on primary and secondary sources. Documented.