Islamic Fiqh Academy (IFA) of India is a
Deobandi fiqh organization. It was established in 1988 in
New Delhi
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under the guidance of
Mujahidul Islam Qasmi. The primary objective of the academy is to address contemporary issues and challenges faced by Muslims in light of the principles and methodology of
Islamic jurisprudence
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, as derived from the
Quran
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,
Sunnah
is the body of traditions and practices of the Islamic prophet Muhammad that constitute a model for Muslims to follow. The sunnah is what all the Muslims of Muhammad's time supposedly saw, followed, and passed on to the next generations. Diff ...
(teachings and practices of Muhammad), and the interpretations of classical jurists and scholars. The IFA aims to find solutions to problems arising from social, political, economic, industrial, and technological developments through collective efforts and research. It organizes seminars, symposiums, and conferences, and prepares literature to address new issues and challenges faced by Muslims in the modern world. The academy focuses on promoting the principles of fiqh and
Islamic ethics
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, while also fostering dialogue and cooperation with other academic and fiqh institutions worldwide.
The IFA has gained recognition both within India and internationally. It has established collaborative relationships with research organizations, educational centers, and departments of Law and Islamic studies at various universities, particularly in the
Arab world
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. The academy also maintains strong ties with other renowned fiqh academies globally, aiming to efficiently identify and analyze problems faced by Muslim communities and find appropriate solutions.
Activities
The activities of the IFA can be broadly categorized into three areas: organizing fiqhi seminars, conducting training workshops, and preparing and publishing fiqhi literature. Through these endeavors, the Islamic Fiqh Academy of India plays a significant role in addressing contemporary issues and providing guidance on matters related to Islamic jurisprudence and ethics.
Services
It has issued statements on aspects of Islamic religious observance such as medical treatment during the
Ramadan
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fast,
and on
sex education
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,
mixed-sex education
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and
organ donation
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.
[, pages 18, 21.] It has issued a number of published works, including an
Urdu
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translation of the ''
Encyclopedia of Islamic Jurisprudence''.
The Academy has been described as "the most recent and, in many ways, the most sophisticated articulation so far of claims to institutionalized Islamic authority in India".
Membership
The membership includes a large number of young graduates (''Fazils'') from ''
madrasa
Madrasa (, also , ; Arabic: مدرسة , ), sometimes Romanization of Arabic, romanized as madrasah or madrassa, is the Arabic word for any Educational institution, type of educational institution, secular or religious (of any religion), whet ...
s'' including
Darul Uloom Deoband
Darul Uloom Deoband is an Islamic university and seminary ( darul uloom) in Deoband, Uttar Pradesh, India, at which the Sunni Deobandi Islamic movement began. Established in 1866 by Muhammad Qasim Nanautavi, Fazlur Rahman Usmani, Sayy ...
,
Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama and
Firangi Mahal
Firangi Mahal is a building complex located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. The word Firang (originally referring to Franks) refers to Europeans and '' Mahal'' means palace in Persian. The name originated from the fact that original owner ...
in
Lucknow
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.
The academy coordinates with other academic and Fiqh institutions in the Middle East and in countries and areas with a significant Muslim minority population, such as the USA and Europe.
See also
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List of Deobandi organisations
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Deobandi fiqh
References
External links
Islamic Fiqh Academy
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Deobandi fiqh
1988 establishments in Delhi
Educational organisations based in India
Deobandi organisations