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[Q-ID0179] Why do ‘barelwi’ mosques emphasise wearing long trousers?

QUESTION:

Why do ‘brelvi’ mosques emphasise wearing long trousers?

ANSWER:

This is a false accusation. It is Sunnah to keep trousers above the ankles as mentioned in many Sahih Ahadith.

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