Shariah Scholars' Debate on Conventional Insurance in Islam
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What are the three major issues among Shariah scholars regarding conventional insurance?

  • Gharar, riba, and maysir (correct)
  • Ambiguity, usury, and speculation
  • Lack of transparency, prohibited transactions, and risk-taking
  • Uncertainty, interest, and gambling
  • What is the position of the majority of juristic scholars on the practices of conventional insurance?

  • They are permitted in Islam if the major elements can be eliminated
  • They are a necessary evil and should be tolerated in modern times
  • They are not in line with Shariah and are therefore not permitted (correct)
  • They are allowed with some restrictions and modifications
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the major elements of conventional insurance that are problematic from a Shariah perspective?

  • Speculation (maysir)
  • Lack of transparency (correct)
  • Uncertainty (gharar)
  • Interest (riba)
  • What is the relationship between the element of gharar in conventional insurance and the issue of maysir (gambling)?

    <p>Gharar can lead to the issue of maysir, according to Shariah scholars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key condition under which the majority of juristic scholars would consider conventional insurance practices to be permitted in Islam?

    <p>If the major elements of gharar, riba, and maysir can be eliminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

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