Is it permissible for a husband to prevent his wife from completing her university studies in obstetrics and gynecology after marriage, given his fear of temptation and Sharia violations due to mixing in the university and transportation?
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A woman's learning and working in gynecology and obstetrics is a communal obligation (fard kifaya). If the wife stipulates completing her studies before marriage, then this condition must be fulfilled, for the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "The conditions most worthy of fulfillment are those by which you make intimacy lawful." This is on condition that she adheres to the regulations, such as wearing the , lowering her gaze, and avoiding free mixing. Likewise, her work must be regulated by the Sharia. If this is possible, then she must not be prevented; otherwise, she must refrain from studying if it leads to committing disobedience.
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