In the conventional classification of sources of Muslim law, which of these denotes customary usage…

Urf means custom or customary usage. The Quran, Sunna and Ijma are primary sources in the conventional classification.

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In the conventional classification of sources of Muslim law, which of these denotes customary usage rather than a primary source?

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Correct answer C

Urf means custom or customary usage. The Quran, Sunna and Ijma are primary sources in the conventional classification.

Option A

The Quran is the principal textual source.

Option B

Sunna refers to the Prophet’s traditions and is a primary source.

Option C

Urf means customary usage and is treated as a secondary source in this classification.

Option D

Ijma is juristic consensus and belongs among the primary sources in this classification.