Does the impermissibility of a girl looking at, speaking with, or befriending a young man apply to first-degree relatives such as the sons of paternal and maternal aunts and uncles? Is one held accountable for speaking with a young man out of necessity at work or during studies? And how does a girl recognize her feelings towards a young man, or ascertain her love for a suitor whom she will only see during the legitimate viewing (Ru'yah Shar'iyyah) and will not speak with until after marriage?

The sons of paternal uncles and maternal uncles are not considered mahram to a woman; rather, they are considered non-mahram (strangers) to her. The proof for this is that Islamic law permits marriage to them, based on the Almighty's saying: "And the daughters of your paternal uncles and the daughters of your paternal aunts, and the daughters of your maternal uncles and the daughters of your maternal aunts." Therefore, she must adhere to the Islamic rulings when dealing with them. It is permissible for a woman to speak to a non-mahram man when there is a need, provided that she abides by the Islamic guidelines, such as wearing the hijab, avoiding khalwa (private seclusion), and not speaking in a soft or alluring manner. Success in married life does not require the presence of what is called "love before marriage." Rather, the foundation of success lies in making a good choice, inquiring about the suitor from trustworthy individuals who know him, seeing him (for a permissible glance), and performing istikharah (prayer for guidance).