The term "Qisas" means_________________?
Correct answer: D. Same kind of hurt
- A. None of these
- B. Alternate
- C. Same kind of treatment
- D. Same kind of hurt
Explanation
Qisas means retaliation in equivalent measure, such as inflicting the same kind of hurt in cases where the legal conditions are met. It is distinct from diyat, which is financial compensation, and tazir, which is discretionary punishment.
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