Singapore legislation

Clause 72

of Administration of Muslim Law Bill

Clause 72

Rules

(1)

The Majlis, with the approval of the Minister, may make rules for and regulate all matters in connection with the collection, administration and distribution of zakat and fitrah.

(2)

Without prejudice to the foregoing generality the Majlis, with the approval of the Minister, may make rules —

(a)

to prescribe from time to time the amount of zakat and fitrah to be paid by all Muslims in Singapore;

(b)

to provide for the method by which zakat and fitrah shall be collected;

(c)

for the appointment of agents and officers for the collection of zakat and fitrah; and

(d)

to provide penalties for the collection or payment of zakat and fitrah by or to unauthorized persons.

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