Question:
Is it permissible, to stand for presidency with a fellow Muslim on a College Student Council?,
Answer:
If, by standing for presidency on a college student council, your friend would be required to act or pass decisions contrary to the teachings of Shari’ah, then you are not allowed to support such a cause. On the contrary, if there is benefit in holding such a position, in terms of requesting your permissible needs etc. then you are allowed to stand for presidency with your friend.
And Allah Ta’ala knows best
Ebrahim bin Zainul Abedeen Backus
Attested to as correct by:
Mufti Muhammad Ashraf
Darul Iftaa
Jameah Mahmoodiyah
Springs
09 August 2005
03 Rajab 1426