Islamiat MCQ #16378

What does "Ijma" mean in Islamic jurisprudence?

Islamiat MCQ #16378

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What does "Ijma" mean in Islamic jurisprudence?

    • A) Analogical reasoning
    • B) Independent legal reasoning
    • C) Consensus of Muslim scholars
    • D) Legal opinion of a mufti

    Answer: Consensus of Muslim scholars

    Explanation: Ijma refers to the consensus of qualified Muslim scholars (mujtahids) on a legal ruling. It is ranked as the third source of Islamic law and is considered binding when it is unanimous agreement of scholars of a particular era.