FatwaMelakaSocial & Contemporary Issues
Pengharaman Wanita Berpenampilan Lelaki (Pengkid) dan Sebaliknya
What is the ruling on women who dress and behave like men (pengkid) according to the Melaka fatwa?
Short answer
The Melaka state fatwa rules that a pengkid, meaning a woman who appears, behaves and has sexual inclinations like a man, is forbidden in Islam.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Melaka State Mufti Department
- Date
- Status
- Gazetted
- Series
- Warta Fatwa Negeri Melaka
- Topic
- Social & Contemporary Issues
Gazette evidence in the source: M.P.U. 20
Summary
The Melaka state fatwa rules that a pengkid, meaning a woman who appears, behaves and has sexual inclinations like a man, is forbidden in Islam. Those who practise it are required to repent and return to their original natural disposition. Parents and the Muslim community are urged to take the matter seriously and to guide young girls in their dress, conduct and appearance.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Pengkid, iaitu wanita yang berpenampilan dan mempunyai gerak laku serta naluri seksual seperti lelaki adalah haram di sisi Islam.
Read the full fatwa on the Melaka website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Melaka State Mufti Department. “Pengharaman Wanita Berpenampilan Lelaki (Pengkid) dan Sebaliknya”, 19 November 2009. https://www.muftimelaka.gov.my/fatwa/pengharaman-wanita-berpenampilan-lelaki-pengkid-dan-sebaliknya. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-on-women-dressing-like-men-pengkid/