Meaning of QAZI / UL / QUZAT

QAZI / UL / QUZAT

Language - Arabic (commonly used in Tamil)

Tamil Word - கழிஉல் குழாத்

Chief civil judge or magistrate, responsible for adjudicating legal disputes and administering justice in civil matters. Example: The 'Qazi-ul-Quzat' presided over the court and delivered judgments based on Islamic law and local customs. This term reflects the historical legal system and the role of Islamic jurisprudence in the administration of justice, particularly in matters related to personal status, inheritance, and property disputes.