Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-20

What does 'Ijma' primarily refer to in the context of Islamic jurisprudence as a secondary source of law?

A) Individual interpretation of a jurist
B) Analogical deduction based on existing texts
C) The consensus of qualified Muslim jurists on a particular legal issue
D) Preferring one legal opinion over another for public interest

Explanation

'Ijma' is the third primary source of Islamic law (after Quran and Sunnah), signifying the unanimous agreement or consensus of qualified Muslim jurists (mujtahidun) on a specific legal ruling in any given epoch after the Prophet's demise.

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