What is the ruling on opening a window in one's home if it overlooks another house, and is it obligatory for the household members to wear শরীয়াহ-compliant attire when passing in front of it, and what should one do if their family members do not agree to close it and adherence to শরীয়াহ-compliant attire is difficult?
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It is not permissible for a woman to expose any part of her body that must be covered to non- men. Nor is it permissible for her to uncover it in any place where there is a possibility of non-mahram men seeing her, even if it is in her home or its courtyard. If she opens the window, she must cover herself if there is a fear of non-mahram men seeing her.
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