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Is the niqab obligatory for a veiled girl who wears an abaya for modesty, and whose beauty is not eye-catching?

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Scholars have differed regarding the ruling on wearing the niqab, which covers the face, and the most preponderant opinion is that it is obligatory, especially if the woman is young and there is a fear of temptation because of her. They have all agreed on its obligation if there is a fear of temptation because of her. It should be known that the assessment of whether beauty is tempting or not varies from person to person.

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