Explanation

1. Al-Fuqara: The poor.
2. Al-Masakin: The needy.
3. Zakat administrators: Those appointed to collect/manage Zakat.
4. Mu’allafatul Qulub: Those whose hearts are to be reconciled.
5. Slaves/Captives: For freeing those in bondage.
6. Debt-ridden: Those unable to repay legitimate debts.
7. Fi Sabilillah: In the cause of Allah.
8. Wayfarers: Stranded travelers in need.

Explanation

• Date: 20 June 1980
• Introduced by: General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq
• Zakat Rate: 2.5% on savings
• Ushr: Tax on agricultural produce
• Purpose: Poverty alleviation and welfare distribution

Last verified on 12-06-2026

Explanation

• Hazrat Umar (RA) levied Zakat on horses during his caliphate,
• Prophetic Era: Horses were exempt from Zakat under the Prophet (PBUH) and Abu Bakr (RA).
• Hazrat Ali (RA): He later removed the Zakat requirement on horses

Explanation

• The Nisab (minimum limit) for gold is 7.5 tola (87.48 grams).
• The ratio/nisab of Zakat is 2.5%.
• Zakat was made obligatory in 2 A.H.
• It was fully implemented in 9 A.H.

Additional information:

• Silver Nisab: 52.5 tola = 612.36 grams
• The word “Zakat” occurs 32 times in the Holy Quran.
• Zakat means purification and growth of wealth.
• “Zakat is the treasure of Islam” is a famous saying of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• Total mentions: 32 times
• Makki Surahs: 22 times
• Madani Surahs: 10 times
• Status: Third pillar of Islam
• Purpose: Purification of wealth & helping poor

Last verified on 12-06-2026