Question
Is it permissible to file for unemployment benefits, which the State or Federal government issues to people in certain situations?
Answer
بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ
الجواب وباللہ التوفیق
Walaikumassalam Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu
الجواب و باللہ التوفیق
If the beneficiary of such benefits deserves such benefits and does not have a job, then applying for such benefits from the government and utilizing the money received as a result will be considered permissible. This money is considered a gift.
Fatawa ID: 172
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