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Miscellaneous The Majlis Vol 26 No 02, p.5

Is it permissible to establish lineage by means of DNA.

Question

Is it permissible to establish lineage by means of DNA.

Answer

No, the DNA test is not permissible merely to ascertain lineage. Its results are not valid in terms of the Shariah.

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