Then there are laws of recompensing for those who are...

Then there are laws of recompensing for those who are murdered or are inadvertently killed. Chapter Twelve: ­ Ilitab Al­diyat It is a form of requital, but unlike Qisas, it is only monetary compensation. Interestingly enough, a doctor's responsibility towards human life, and a disciplinary action by a tutor have a place under this chapter. A doctor must be qualified enough to treat a patient. If he is not and if the patient dies during the treatment, he is liable for compensation.

In any case, a qualified and efficient doctor must absolve himself of the liability beforehand. Similarly, a tutor carrying out corporal punishment must be careful not to cripple or kill the pupil. If he does, he is liable for compensation. These are dealt with in some detail.…