What is the term used in Islamic jurisprudence for consensus of opinion among Islamic scholars on a religious point?
AQiyas
BIjma
CIjtihad
DIstihsan
Explanation
Ijma (Consensus) is the third primary source of Islamic law (Shariah), following the Quran and the Sunnah. It represents the unanimous agreement of qualified Muslim jurists (Mujtahidin) of a particular era on a legal issue. Qiyas (Analogical Reasoning) serves as the fourth source. Ijtihad refers to the independent legal reasoning applied by a scholar.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh)
- Subtopic: Sources of Shariah

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