Economic Challenges Faced By New Muslims in Sindh and Its Solution

Abstract

Acceptance of Islam and faith conversion is a common scenario in Sindh. People have converted over the years in different parts of Sindh in an overwhelming numbers. However before and after conversion people have to face many economic issues. Research was conducted across Sindh covering its 6 division and various districts. Interview based questionnaire was used to analyse the economic problems people face after conversion to Islam. The is an empirical study with applications of qualitative and quantitative data. Economics is the backbone of every society.  New Muslims after converting to Islam often loose their jobs, face loss in business, are deprived of inheritance, face undue pressures in returning of loan, are at times poverty stricken and of are even made part of Zakat. The Government and Society must join hands for New Muslims together to create job opportunities for New Muslims, provide circumstances for small business, promote concept of fraternity, and give due share in Zakat as well.

Keywords: New Muslims, Islamic Conversion In Sindh, Economics Challenges and its Solution, Concept of Fraternity, Zakat.