Islamic Jurisprudence and Ethics
Hanafi School is best defined as which of the following?
- A. One of the four major Sunni schools of jurisprudence, founded by Imam Abu Hanifa and known for its wide use of analogical reasoning ✓
- B. The body of Islamic religious law derived from the Quran and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
- C. Interest or usury, which is prohibited in Islamic financial dealings
- D. A formal ruling or legal opinion on a point of Islamic law issued by a qualified scholar
Correct answer
A. One of the four major Sunni schools of jurisprudence, founded by Imam Abu Hanifa and known for its wide use of analogical reasoning
Explanation
'Hanafi School' refers to one of the four major Sunni schools of jurisprudence, founded by Imam Abu Hanifa and known for its wide use of analogical reasoning.