The "Kissing of the Hajr e Aswad" during Tawaf is called:
Q1. The "Kissing of the Hajr e Aswad" during Tawaf is called:
Answer: Istilam
Explanation: Istilam refers to the act of kissing, touching, or gesturing toward the Hajr-e-Aswad during each circuit of Tawaf; when kissing is not possible due to crowds, a gesture from a distance suffices.