Government bridal scheme

Q: In the Indian government there is a bridal scheme. The government give 50000rs for nikaah to the bridal. Is it permissible in Shariah to take that money?

A: If it is an assistance that the government gives then it is permissible to receive it.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)