Waqaruddin Qadri
Muhammad Waqaruddin Qadri (1 January 1915 – 9 September 1993) also known as Waqar-e-Millat was an Islamic scholar associated with the Sunni Barelvi movement of south Asia. His fatawa (rulings) are compiled in three volume of the book titled Waqar ul Fatawa. He taught and administered in Islamic institutes in India, Bangladesh and later in Pakistan. He was conferred title of Grand Mufti of Pakistan during Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq regime.
Mufti-e-Azam Pakistan Muhammad Waqaruddin Barelvi | |
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| Grand Mufti of Pakistan | |
| Personal | |
| Born | 1 January 1915 |
| Died | 19 September 1993 (aged 78) |
| Resting place | Darul Uloom Amjadia, Babul Madina, Karachi, Pakistan |
| Religion | Islam |
| Nationality | Indian and Pakistani |
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| Citizenship | British Indian Pakistani |
| Era | Modern era |
| Region | South Asia |
| Denomination | Sunni |
| Jurisprudence | Hanafi |
| Creed | Maturidi |
| Movement | Barelvi |
| Main interest(s) | |
| Notable work(s) | Waqar Ul Fatawa |
| Tariqa | Qadri |
| Muslim leader | |
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