Aligarh Mufti Explains Engagement in Islam: Permitted, But Ring Ceremonies Prohibited

• The trend of engagement and ring ceremonies is increasing in Muslim society, raising questions about Islamic compliance.
• Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain, Royal Chief Mufti of Uttar Pradesh, clarified the Islamic stance on engagement and ring ceremonies.
• Engagement (Paigham) is permissible in Islam, involving mutual discussion and consent between families before Nikah.
• Ring ceremonies, involving public exchange of rings or physical contact, are prohibited as the couple remains 'non-mahram' until Nikah.
• The Mufti emphasized that ring ceremonies are show-offs and ceremonial events, not aligned with Islamic teachings.

Why It Matters: Engagement is allowed in Islam with Sharia boundaries, but ring ceremonies are prohibited due to 'non-mahram' status.