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Halal & Haram

FQ-DI-0031

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Halal & Haram

Question

What is the ruling on pictures and photography of living beings?

Answer

The traditional Deobandi position is that making pictures of animate beings is impermissible, with an exception for genuine necessity such as identity documents and passports. The ruling on digital images is a contemporary point of difference; one should consult a mufti for specific cases.

Answered by Dar-ul-Ifta (Hanafi)

2026-06-23

Reference: FQ-DI-0031

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