Zakat
All, who took shelter under the ensign of Islam, are to carry out several specified religious duties assigned to them by the religion. Zakat, which denotes one of those religious duties, is a matter of great importance. It is the third pillar of Islam. In accordance with the teachings of Islam, the word Zakat stands for the regular and mandatory charity, which is given in Allah's name to the poor and the needy by an organized Muslim community.
According to Islam, the holy month of Ramadan is better than any other time of the year to practice Zakat as well as to stand by the under-privileged members of society.
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