Fitrana - Zakat Al Fitr is enjoined on every Muslim and which is given after Ramadhan and before the Salat Al Eid, this is a form of obligatory charity tax.
On such an auspicious and festive occasion, Muslims are specially reminded of their obligations towards the poorer section of society. A special contribution called 'Sadaqat-ul-Fitr' or 'Fitrana' is fixed for this purpose. The contribution should be paid by the head of the family on behalf of all the members of the family. It is important to pay this contribution before the Eid service in order to enable the poor to join in the festivities of the day.
The amount is £3 per person.
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