What is the ruling on Shura (consultation) in Islam, and is it obligatory or recommended? If it is obligatory, upon whom is it obligatory?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
Consultation (Shura) is a legitimate Islamic principle whose implementation is emphasized in matters that are ambiguous and for which there is no explicit text. The Shari'ah evidences from the Quran, the , and the actions of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his Companions, indicate its legitimacy and importance. Scholars have differed on whether it is obligatory or recommended for rulers, but for those other than rulers, it is recommended.
Summary from Ftawy's records · added here
Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
Read the full answer on Ftawyhttps://ftawy.com/en/questions/108574
Where this answer came from
- Source platform
- Ftawy
- Original fatwa ID
- 108574
- Added here
- . This is when the answer was added to El Fatwa, not the fatwa's date.
- Text
- Summary from Ftawy's records, reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
- Read the full ruling
- Read the full answer on Ftawy