Islamic Fiqh Academy (India)

Islamic Fiqh Academy (India)
AbbreviationIFA
Formation1988; 36 years ago (1988)
FounderMujahidul Islam Qasmi
Founded atNew Delhi
TypeNGO
Headquarters161 F Jogabai, Okhla Village Jamia Nagar, New Delhi - 110025 (India)
FieldsDeobandi fiqh
President
Nematullah Azami
General secretary
Khalid Saifullah Rahmani
Websitewww.ifa-india.org

Islamic Fiqh Academy (IFA) of India is a Deobandi fiqh organization.[1] It was established in 1988 in New Delhi under the guidance of Mujahidul Islam Qasmi. The primary objective of the academy is to address contemporary issues and challenges faced by Muslims in light of the principles and methodology of Islamic jurisprudence, as derived from the Quran, Sunnah (teachings and practices of Muhammad), and the interpretations of classical jurists and scholars. The IFA aims to find solutions to problems arising from social, political, economic, industrial, and technological developments through collective efforts and research. It organizes seminars, symposiums, and conferences, and prepares literature to address new issues and challenges faced by Muslims in the modern world. The academy focuses on promoting the principles of fiqh and Islamic ethics, while also fostering dialogue and cooperation with other academic and fiqh institutions worldwide.

The IFA has gained recognition both within India and internationally. It has established collaborative relationships with research organizations, educational centers, and departments of Law and Islamic studies at various universities, particularly in the Arab world. The academy also maintains strong ties with other renowned fiqh academies globally, aiming to efficiently identify and analyze problems faced by Muslim communities and find appropriate solutions.

  1. ^ Mazhari, Waris (19 May 2022), "Islamic Fiqh Academy of India", Oxford Encyclopedia of the Islamic World: Digital Collection, Oxford University Press, ISBN 978-0-19-766941-9, retrieved 4 June 2023