Is returning to study—after abandoning it due to conflict between prayer times and study, the unavailability of prayer spaces for women, and the persistent issue of intermingling—considered a breach of covenant with Allah, especially with the desire to complete studies to honor parents and to correct the stereotype about religious people?
If a woman leaves her studies in unregulated university institutions and stays in her home, that is an honor for her. She is permitted to study in universities and other institutions if she adheres to guidelines. There is no objection to a woman owning and driving a car, provided she observes proper covering (tasttur) and avoids fitna (temptation). Based on this, there is no impediment to a woman returning to study if she needs to, provided she adheres to her religious obligations and maintains her prayers. A woman is not obligated to answer the call to prayer in the mosque; it is better for her to pray in her home or at her place of study.
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