Must a prospective bride or groom who tests HIV/AIDS reactive (positive) disclose the screening result to the guardian or prospective spouse?

Summary

HIV/AIDS is classed as a shariah-recognised defect, so a prospective spouse who tests positive must inform those entitled to know, such as the intended spouse, the guardian or the heirs. The purpose is to prevent harm in the future household and to let the couple and their families decide whether to proceed with the marriage. The disclosure must be done in strict confidence and involve only the parties concerned.

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