28/04/2026
Shayan Answer
Gharar in Islamic finance refers to excessive uncertainty, ambiguity, or lack of clarity in the subject matter or terms of a financial contract, such that it may lead to injustice, dispute, or exploitation between the parties In the context of Islamic finance, gharar exists when:
* The existence, ownership, or delivery of the asset is uncertain
* The price, quantity, or quality is not clearly specified
* The outcome depends heavily on chance or unknown events
Because Islamic finance is based on fairness and transparency, contracts involving major gharar (gharar fahish) are prohibited.
Gul e Fatima Answer
Gharar refers to excessive uncertainty or ambiguity in a contract where key elements are unknown, undefined, or left to chance. Such contracts are prohibited in Islam.
Why is Gharar prohibited?
Islam requires contracts to be clear and fair to both parties. Gharar can lead to disputes, exploitation, and unjust enrichment because one party might gain/lose due to luck rather than productive effort.
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ forbid the "sale involving uncertainty or deception".
Example:
1. Conventional Insurance
2. Derivatives & Future Contracts
3. Gambling
Where there is Ambiguity in terms of Subject Matter, Price & Agreement/Contract Terms