Explanation

• Jizya is a tax taken from non-Muslims in an Islamic state.
• It is charged instead of Ushr/Zakat which Muslims pay.
• In return, non-Muslims receive protection and state services.
• It is part of the Islamic financial system.

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Explanation

Nisab of zakat for silver is 52 1/2 tola

Zakat means Purification.

When Zakat was made compulsory in 2 A.H. (properly implemented in 8 Hijri.

The word Zakat occurs 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Hazrat Abu Baker did Jihad on the issue of Zakat.

One who disbelievers in Zakat is a Kafir

“Zakat” is the treasure of Islam, who said this? Holy Prophet (PBUH)

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Explanation

• The verbal meaning of “Zakat” is Purification.
• It comes from the Arabic root meaning “to purify” and “to grow”.
• In Islam, Zakat purifies wealth and increases blessings.
• It is the 3rd fundamental pillar of Islam.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.
• It is mentioned 32 times in the Holy Quran.

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Explanation

• The saying “Zakat is the treasure of Islam” is attributed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• Zakat purifies wealth and supports poor and needy people.
• It strengthens social justice in society.
• It is the 3rd pillar of Islam.
• Zakat system is clearly mentioned in the Qur’an, especially in Surah At-Tawbah.

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Explanation

• In Islamic law, Zakat on livestock is classified as Wajib (necessary obligation) in 2 A.H.
• It becomes obligatory when livestock reaches a minimum threshold (Nisab) and completes one year.
• It is part of Fiqh rules of financial worship.

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