Quick Info
| Profession | Mufti, Islamic Scholar, Educator, Social Reformer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/03/1931 |
| Age | 95 years |
| Birthplace | Kanthapuram, District Malabar, Madras Presidency, British India (present-day Kozhikode, Kerala, India) |
Latest News about Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad
17/02/2026
Sheikh Abu Bakr Ahmad met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss social, humanitarian, educational, and development issues, minority welfare, and international events. He also conveyed concerns from various communities and shared a special message for Ramadan, emphasizing inclusive development and the preservation of Islamic heritage sites.
10/02/2026
Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad led the International Sahihul Al-Bukhari Recitation Ceremony in Malaysia as an official guest of the government. During the event, he delivered a scholarly lecture, conferred Ijazat to attendees, and launched the first phase of his 20-volume commentary on Sahih al-Bukhari, 'Tadkeerul Qari'.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other name | A. P. Aboobacker Musliyar |
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| Known for | Being the first Muslim scholar to issue Fatwa against the ISIS and the tenth Grand Mufti of India |
| Hobbies | Reading, writing, promoting education, and engaging in interfaith dialogue |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’6″ (168 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Baqiyat Salihat Arabic College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Caste | Sunni, Shafi’i school |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Controversy | Musliyar's Stand on Women's Participation in CAA Protests |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Cheruvathu Ahmed Musliyar |
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| Mother | Aisha |
| Spouse | Zainab |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. In the late 1980s, he led the Samastha Kerala Jamiat-ul-Ulema. | |
| 2. He formed a new faction due to differences in opinion. | |
| 3. He launched a campaign to plant 100,000 trees after the Sheikh Zayed Peace Conference in 2014. | |
| 4. He emphasized education as a key to peace. | |
| 5. He issued a significant fatwa against ISIS on 27 August 2014. | |
| 6. He has had critical views on gender equality in Islam. | |
| 7. He played a role in halting the execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya in Yemen. | |
| 8. He is the founder of Markazu Saquafathi Sunniyya. | |
| 9. He has established thousands of schools and colleges across India, including the renowned Jamia Markaz in 1978, providing cost-free education to millions. | |
| 10. He is a prominent advocate for interfaith dialogue and community harmony. |