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What is the type of Ijma called when some jurists state a ruling and the others, aware of it, remain silent without objecting?

Correct answer A. Ijma Sukuti

Explanation

Ijma Sukuti, tacit consensus, arises when a ruling is stated by some mujtahids and the rest remain silent; it is contrasted with explicit consensus expressed in words (Qawli) or practice (Fi'li).

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