Q1. Is it obligatory in Fast-breaking Zakat to pay the same money that the fasting person has paid? Is it…

Answer

If the designation is before the confirmation of the crescent moon of Eid, what is taken out by fasting person does not have to be Fast-breaking Zakat, but is still his money. It is only regarded as Fast-breaking Zakat after handing over to the poor, to his representative or to the competent religious authority who meets all the conditions of issuing the fatwa, who is the representative of the poor and rich and their guardian. However, if designation of the Fast-breaking Zakat is after confirmation of the crescent moon of Eid - unless there is a need in the conversion and exchange as an example of the Russian currency – the same amount which is taken out should be delivered to the poor, his representative or his guardian. In case of changing the currency, the representative or the guardian should be informed to have the approval, for it is part of the sale which is not true without satisfaction of the parties. Allah knows best.