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Zakat distribution is often being a polemic in society. The ineffectiveness of assistance to asnaf is seen as the dominant factor that justifies the notion of the inefficiency of zakat distribution. This perception makes muzakki reluctant to pay zakat to the authorities even though there is a view that zakat is obliged to be paid to the institution rather than directly to the asnaf. Hence, this paper will discuss the trend of perception in general on the concept of online distribution mechanisms, as an alternative to conventional distribution as practiced today. Through this mechanism, muzakki have certain liberty in choosing asnaf to help them out, but it still recognizes the role of the authority in profiling asnaf qualification. In addition, this study will also illustrate the views of the scholars in elaborating some of the laws relating to the distribution of zakat. To that end, the highlights of fiqh (Islamic Jurisdiction) study and interviews with several respondents of UiTM staff from various fields were conducted. Preliminary studies have found that most respondents agree with the recommendations regarding the distribution concepts offered as there is flexibility and freedom in the aspect of distribution to be given to the muzakki, but some other aspects such as the consistency in acceptance of the entire asnaf category should be further considered to ensure the primary goal of zakat is reached.
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To Cite this Article: Sharif, D., Rameli, M. F. P., Aris, N. M., Adnan, S. D. M., Nasir, M. F. M., & Abas, S. A. (2022). Perceptions on E-Zakat Advancement Distribution Concept Among UiTM Melaka Staff: A Qualitative Study. International Journal of Academic Research in Economics and Management and Sciences, 11(3), 589–599.
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