Islamic Taxation

Muqasamah
Historical Islamic tax system characterized by share-cropping contracts existing from 628 until the late sixteenth century.
Ushr
A tithe or tenth, Ushr is the land tax levied on the produce of agricultural land owned by Muslims in the premodern era and revived in Pakistan in the 1980s during the Islamization regime.
Wazifah
An assigned or appointed task or portion in Islamic tradition, including distribution of Quranic recitations, religious financial provisions, and taxation on land.
Nisab (نصاب‎)
Learn about the term 'Nisab,' its implications, and its usage in the context of Islamic taxation. Understand the criteria for Nisab and how it affects the financial responsibilities of Muslims.
Khums
An Islamic tax representing one-fifth of surplus wealth, significant in Shia Islam.

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