Indian Muslim Scholars Adopt Ten-Point Declaration After Five-Day National Gathering
Published: October 27, 2026
Location: New Delhi, India
NEW DELHI, India — October 27, 2026
More than 120 Islamic scholars and madrasa graduates from different schools of thought across India have concluded a five-day gathering focused on challenges facing the Muslim community, Islamic scholarship and the responsibilities of religious leaders.
The gathering, titled Challenges Facing the Muslim Ummah and the Role of Ulama and Madrasa Graduates, was organised by the Ulama and Masajid Department of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind at its headquarters in New Delhi.
According to a report published by Radiance News on October 27, participants adopted a joint ten-point declaration outlining priorities for religious education, social harmony, community cooperation and constructive engagement with contemporary issues.
Ten Commitments for the Muslim Community
The declaration sets out several priorities for the participating scholars.
1. Islamic education and outreach
Participants pledged to strengthen efforts to communicate Islamic teachings and improve religious and moral education among younger generations.
2. Peaceful relations between communities
The declaration emphasised cordial relations with fellow citizens, cooperation in addressing social problems and efforts to counter misunderstandings about Islam and Muslims.
3. Unity across schools of thought
Participants called for greater cooperation among Muslims from different scholarly traditions, while encouraging respectful discussion of religious disagreements.
4. Social reform and community responsibility
The scholars highlighted the importance of addressing social problems, encouraging ethical conduct and strengthening educational activities through mosques and other community institutions.
5. Constructive participation in society
The declaration encouraged Muslims, particularly young people, to contribute positively to national development and community welfare.
Other commitments addressed conflict resolution, moderation, mutual trust and the responsibility of religious leaders to reflect Islamic teachings through their conduct.
Why This Matters
The gathering brought together scholars from different schools of thought to discuss shared challenges facing Indian Muslims.
Its emphasis on education, unity and community engagement reflects an effort to develop common priorities while maintaining differences in scholarly interpretation.
Religious education and constructive intercommunity relations can influence how local institutions support young people, address social concerns and build cooperation with wider society.
What Happens Next?
The organisers have stated that participants intend to put the declaration's commitments into practice. The extent to which these commitments lead to new educational programmes, community initiatives or continuing cooperation remains to be established.
Islam Global News will monitor further announcements about implementation and related community initiatives.
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