Islamiat MCQ #16390

The concept of "Ijtihad" refers to:

Islamiat MCQ #16390

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The concept of "Ijtihad" refers to:

    • A) Scholarly consensus on a legal matter
    • B) Analogical reasoning from an established ruling
    • C) Independent legal reasoning by a qualified scholar
    • D) A non-binding legal opinion issued by a mufti

    Answer: Independent legal reasoning by a qualified scholar

    Explanation: Ijtihad is the process of independent legal reasoning exercised by a qualified scholar (mujtahid) to derive rulings on issues not explicitly addressed in the Quran or Sunnah. The person qualified to perform Ijtihad must master Arabic, Quran, Sunnah, and principles of jurisprudence.