What is the ruling on a man teaching in women-only classes and in mixed-gender classes at the university?
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It is permissible for a man to teach women in cases of necessity, provided that regulations are observed. The original principle is for men to teach boys and women to teach girls. Furthermore, a man teaching in mixed schools or universities is forbidden by Sharia unless there is a necessity, with specific conditions and manners.
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