Research Paper: ‘The Craft of Authentic Fatwa-writing and the dangers of polite fatwa’ – Shaykh Dr. Abdul Mugith Basir presents a detailed discussion on the role of a mufti and the duties involved in issuing a fatwa. Critically analysing the current state of centres of Ifta and fatawa being issued for favour and personal gain, Shaykh Dr. Basir highlights pitfalls which have caused this and offers solutions for any mufti engaged in this sacred science.