Disposing of interest money in one's bank account

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I have a savings account in a bank in India. Every 3 to 6 months different amounts of interest money is credited to my account.

1. Can I give this money to a poor man without seeking thawab?

2. Can I give it to repair or maintain the toilets in a masjid?

3. Can I use it for maintaining or cleaning the road infront of my house?

4. Can I use the interest money to maintain the minimum balance in my account?

5. Can I use the money to pay the annual bill collected for using the debit cards?

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee · Accepted Answer

1. Yes.

2. No.

3. No.

4. Precaution requires that you avoid this.

5. No.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

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