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How to separate brothers and sisters in our schools Muslim Students Assocation.

Fatwa 3635English
Character & Morals

Question

I would like to know what is the best way to separate brothers and sisters in our MSA and also if it is acceptable for sisters to be part of the shoora and make decisions with brothers. Jazak Allah Khair,

Answer

There are two aspects in your query, a) Intermingling of sexes, b) Females participating in the Shura of an Association

The Qur'aan and Ahaadith of Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) are replete with orders of Hijaab between males and females. Therefore, intermingling of sexes is Haraam (strictly prohibited). Shari'ah does not prohibit females from making a contribution to the Association. She may certainly do so without violating the express prohibition of Hijaab and intermingling of sexes.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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