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Q 3: Is it obligatory upon whoever lives in a village or a town to ask about the creed of the Imam before following him in Salah?

A: It is not incumbent upon anyone who lives in a village or the like to ask about the Imam. He should offer Salah behind him unless he witnesses any evildoing against the principles of religion, as Muslims are basically just and reliable until proven otherwise.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.