The ruling on giving zakat al-fitr on behalf of a fetus

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Q128: The questioner asks: What is the ruling on giving zakat al-fitr on behalf of a fetus?
A128: Giving zakat al-fitr on behalf of a fetus is a recommended practice (sunnah), not obligatory. It is obligatory for the newborn, but for the fetus it is recommended; because 'Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) ordered the giving of charity on behalf of the fetus as a matter of recommendation.

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