Comparison of the rights of orphans in russian and sharia law

The article provides a comparative analysis of the rights of orphans in Russian and Islamic law. The definition of the word «orphan», the age of majority, property rights of orphans, the right to citizenship, personal non-property rights are considered. In addition to the scientific interest associated with the study of the Islamic legal system and the search for similar norms in Russian legislation, this study can be used to combat pseudo-religious extremist organizations that suggest that Sharia is incompatible with Russian law.