How should old copies of the Qur'an be disposed of?

“The most suitable way to dispose of Islamic literature is to wrap the Islamic material, leaflets, or Quran copies and bury them in an isolated place. If it is not possible to bury them, then one may dissolve them in a river or lake etc. If this too is not possible, one may burn them.”

“The Hanafis and Hanabila have stated that if the Mushaf (or Quraanic verses) that are recorded in a Kitaab cannot be recited any longer (as the Mushaf or Kitaab is torn), then it should be placed in a clean piece of cloth and buried in an area that is not trampled upon. This is the best method of disposing of Deeni literature.”

“The Islamic literature may be disposed of by burial. The Islamic literature should be buried in a remote spot where one would not usually walk.”

“1. Yes. Do so with respect. 2. As above. One way is to put it into a box respectfully and bury it at a place where nobody will tramp.”