Text of the Speech Addressed by the Ameer of Hizb ut Tahrir, the Eminent Scholar Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah – May Allah Protect Him – to the Sincere and Devoted Da'wah Carriers and to All Muslims Worldwide on the Occasion of the Blessed Month of Ramadan 1435 AH
The Ameer of Hizb ut Tahrir, Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah, delivers a message to the Ummah on the advent of Ramadan, highlighting the month's historical significance and its connection to great Islamic victories. He emphasizes that Islam is an indivisible system and calls upon Muslims to work for the resumption of the Islamic way of life through the establishment of the Righteous Khilafah.
Answer to a Question: Women Holding the Position of Judiciary
This response clarifies the Islamic legal ruling regarding women serving as judges, distinguishing between general judiciary and the position of ruling. It explains the linguistic principle of "predominance" (Taghlib) in Sharia texts and concludes that while women cannot be rulers or judges in the Court of Unjust Acts, they are permitted to serve as judges in general disputes and public morality.
Question Answer: Relations between India and Pakistan under American Policy
This analysis examines the strategic shift in Indo-Pakistani relations following the 2014 electoral victory of Narendra Modi and the *Bharatiya Janata Party* (BJP). It explores how the United States utilizes its political influence over both nations to de-escalate bilateral conflict, aiming to redirect India’s military capabilities toward the containment of a rising China.
Answer to a Question: Demonstrations, Marches, and the Hadith of the Muslims Coming Out in Two Rows
This answer clarifies the Sharia ruling on demonstrations and marches, defining them as styles (*asaliib*) for expressing Islamic viewpoints and political activity. The Ameer provides multiple authentic historical narrations regarding the companions' public march in Mecca and explains the conditions under which the Party adopts such means.
Answer to a Question: Political Developments on the Libyan Arena
This analysis explores the escalating conflict in Libya during 2014, identifying it as a struggle for influence between the United States and European powers, particularly Britain. It highlights how Khalifa Haftar has been utilized as an American tool to disrupt the European-dominated political landscape, while urging the Libyan people to reject foreign intervention and return to Islamic governance.
Answer to a Question: Clarification of Article 33 in the Introduction to the Constitution (Vacancy of the Khilafah Post and Appointment of the Eldest Assistant as Temporary Ameer)
This response clarifies the legal and administrative procedures for appointing a temporary Ameer during a Khilafah vacancy, as outlined in Article 33 of the Draft Constitution. It substantiates the seniority-based succession of Assistants and Executive Ministers through historical Ijma’ and Shari’ah principles regarding leadership.
Answer to a Question: The Nisab of Zakat
This answer clarifies the zakat rulings regarding wealth acquired during the lunar year through inheritance or gifts as opposed to trade. It explains that while such wealth technically requires its own full year to pass, it is permissible to expedite the payment to align with the original wealth's zakat date for administrative ease.
Answer to Question: Clarification of the Phrase "Jihad is Not the Method for Establishing the Khilafah"
Sheikh Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah explains that legal rulings must be derived from specific evidences related to the matter at hand, rather than unrelated obligations. While Jihad is a pillar of Islam for protecting the state and spreading the message, the methodology for establishing the Khilafah is derived specifically from the Prophet’s (saw) actions in Makkah, which focused on building a focused group and seeking material support (*Nusrah*).
Answer to a Question: Regarding Permanent Infertility Operations
This fatwa clarifies the Islamic ruling on permanent sterilization and infertility operations, distinguishing them from temporary contraception. Sheikh Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah explains that while temporary birth control is permissible, permanent procedures are prohibited as they contradict the primary Islamic objective of procreation and resemble castration.
Answer to a Question: Is Murabaha Halal or Haram?
Sheikh Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah explains the Shari’ah ruling on Murabaha transactions where a purchase is conditioned on a subsequent resale at a higher price. He clarifies that such arrangements are prohibited because they constitute "two deals in one deal," which violates the Islamic requirement for contracts to be independent and unconditional.
Answer to a Question: Regarding Health Insurance from the Employer to the Employee
This legal clarification explains the Islamic ruling on health insurance provided by employers, distinguishing between permissible contract conditions and prohibited insurance agreements. It details that while health benefits can be an agreed-upon part of an employment contract, the specific nature of the insurance contract itself determines the liability and permissibility for the parties involved.
Answer to Question: Regarding the Nisab of Zakat on Trade Goods
This answer clarifies how to determine the *nisab* (minimum threshold) for Zakat on trade goods in the context of modern fiat currency. The Ameer explains that the lower of the two traditional thresholds—typically silver—should be used to ensure Zakat is paid as soon as one becomes eligible.