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Paper 1 structured question: Shariʿah (‘straight path’) as a code of behaviour and ethics for Muslims; as a legal system

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Shariʿah (‘straight path’) as a code of behaviour and ethics for Muslims; as a legal system

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Understanding the components of Shariʿah is crucial for Islamic studies.

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Shariʿah includes the Qurʾan, sunnah, fiqh, ijtihad, ijmaʿ, qiyas, halal, and haram.

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Assess the significance of ijmaʿ in Shariʿah.
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Halal refers to permissible actions, while haram refers to forbidden actions in Islam.

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Discuss the implications of halal and haram on Muslim daily life.
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