Is it permissible to distribute Zakat al-Mal to needy brothers and sisters without informing them that it is Zakat?
It is permissible to give zakat to the needy whose income is insufficient to cover their essential needs. Informing them that it is zakat depends on what is most beneficial. If it is more beneficial not to inform them, then do not inform them. If it is more beneficial to inform them, then do so.
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