Must widowed woman aged 55-60+ observe iddah?

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My question is that a women husband has been passed away her age (women age) about 55 – 60+. Is the iddah period (necessary) to be fulfill by her?

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم

(Fatwa: 585/575/H=06/1437)

Iddahis wajib on her as well. The iddah of death is not revoked in any stage of life.

Allah knows Best!

Darul Ifta,
Darul Uloom Deoband

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This answer was collected from the official ifta website of Darul Uloom Deoband in India.

Tags: Iddah, woman, Women

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