Ruling on Carrom Board for Madrasa Students
Source: Fatawa ‘Ilmiyyah (Tawdih al-Ahkam)
❖ Question
Can madrasa students play carrom board, especially when space is limited in the madrasa?
❖ Answer
Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ‘ala Rasulillah, amma ba’d!
General Principle
For madrasa students or anyone else:
- Any game that involves wasting time, or
- Gambling, or
- Anything prohibited by Shari‘ah,
is impermissible and haram to play.
Carrom Board Specifically
- Certain games do not suit dignified and serious-minded individuals — carrom board is among them.
- Therefore, madrasa students should avoid such doubtful games.
Better Alternatives
Students should engage in activities:
- That provide physical exercise, and
- Do not negatively impact their studies.
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