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Fatwa CenterRuling on Animal Dissection for Educational Purposes
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Is it permissible to dissect a snail, mouse or frog in classrooms for educational purposes?
Answer
All perfect praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allah and that Muhammad, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, is His slave and Messenger.
There is no problem with animal dissection for educational purposes due to the benefits gained by students and the enhancement in scientific development. However, this should be limited only to what is necessary, and the least painful means should be used to spare any pain and suffering of the animal.
Allah knows best.
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