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Are women allowed to ride horses ? Kindly quote at least one proof from the Quraan or Hadith to support your naswer.

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Are women allowed to ride horses ? Kindly quote at least one proof from the Quraan or Hadith to support your naswer.

Answer

A female may ride a horse only if there is a genuine need recognized in Shari'ah to do so and provided she adheres to the laws of Hijaab. (Shaami)

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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