Fatwa #14763 November 2000Pakistan

Is it allowed for women to pray behind a man imam?

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It is advisable for a woman to perform her Salaat. However, should she perform Salaat behind a male Imaam, it will be valid.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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