Is the current niqab—which fully exposes the eyes—considered a legitimate niqab from a shar‘i (Islamic legal) or linguistic perspective, or is it a shaqq (a split or tear)? And does custom affect its designation as a niqab?

Linguistically and technically, the niqab is a covering with which a woman conceals her face, leaving an opening for her eyes just enough to see through. Al-Azhari mentioned that the niqab covers the area around the eyes, whereas if it covers the tip of the nose, it is called a "lithaam." Al-Shawkani said: "It is a face covering with two openings for the eyes." Ibn Taymiyyah mentioned that the niqab is a type of jilbab that covers the head and the rest of the body. Ibn 'Uthaymeen said: "It is for a woman to cover her face while leaving an opening for her eyes." The শরীয়াহ-compliant niqab does not expose large parts of the eye sockets or cheeks; otherwise, it would be considered forbidden beautification and adornment, and prevailing customs do not permit that.