A Comparative Analysis of the Doctrine of Frustration of Contract from Irish and Islamic Perspectives

Abstract

The paper attempt to bridge the gap in scholarly understanding of Sharia and Irish law in relation to the doctrine of frustration of contract. The primary aim is to provide a detailed account of the principles of frustration of contract law which operate under Islamic and Irish law. A secondary aim is to identify and critically evaluate the many differences between the principles operating under the opposing legal systems both Irish and Islamic. In addition , the paper analyses the rules and legal opinions which control frustration of contracts and show how Islamic and Irish law may each be adapted