The correct answer is (a) 12 sections.
The Shariat Act. 1937 is an act to amend and codify the law relating to Muslim personal law. It was enacted by the Indian Legislature on 23 March 1937 and came into force on 1 July 1937. The Act contains 12 sections.
The Act provides for the application of Muslim personal law to Muslims in India. It also provides for the appointment of a Shariat Appellate Bench of the High Court to hear appeals from decisions of the lower courts in matters relating to Muslim personal law.
The Act has been amended several times since its enactment. The most recent amendment was made in 2005.
The Shariat Act. 1937 is an important piece of legislation that governs the personal law of Muslims in India. It has been a source of much controversy and debate over the years. However, it remains an important part of the Indian legal system.
The other options are incorrect. Option (b) is incorrect because the Shariat Act. 1937 contains 12 sections, not 6 sections. Option (c) is incorrect because the Shariat Act. 1937 contains 12 sections, not 15 sections. Option (d) is incorrect because the Shariat Act. 1937 contains 12 sections, not 9 sections.