Fatwa #179521 December 2000Pakistan
I study Karate. Is it permissible for me to bow (ruku) to my teacher or other Karate students. It is custom in Karate to do so.
Answer
It is not permissible to bow (ruku) before your karate teacher.
And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti E.Desai
And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti E.Desai