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Is female circumcision obligatory?

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Question:
What is the ruling on female circumcision?

Answer:
It is a recommended practice (sunnah). Female circumcision is a recommended practice, whereas male circumcision is obligatory. Yes.
Source قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل يجب ختان الإناث؟ #فتاوى الفوزان — youtube.com

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