Hemp is considered a cannabis species with significant health benefits. There is growing evidence that hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.) can be used as a therapy for neurological disorders, autism, depression, Parkinson's disease, and cancer. The Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, however, prohibits cannabis cultivation, production, distribution, import, export, possession, and abuse in Malaysia. The purpose of this study is to examine the Islamic legal perspective surrounding cannabis cultivation, which has been extensively discussed in recent years, particularly in terms of benefits to health and medical conditions. It will then examine the basics of the need for planting the tree in the context of the Maqasid Shari’ah perspective with special concentration on the principle of maslahah (benefits) and mafsadah(harmful). Based on qualitative research, content analysis is adopted to obtain the views of fuqaha regarding the law of cultivation of hasyish (marijuana), khasykhasy (poppy), tabgh (tobacco), as well as relevant current fatwas from several legal institutions. This study recommends that it is extremely pertinent to consider the provisions of National Law when determining the law at present along with the reflection derived from the maslahah and mafsadah devine principles. These findings indicate that hemp species are pure and clean, and are not considered impurities. To make cultivation permissible, however, specific and comprehensive guidelines are needed to ensure the consumption and use of hemp is not abusive and to prevent the consumption of harmful effects for society at large. Researchers believe this is the first academic study on the hem position since it has never been discussed before. Further research could be conducted in the future regarding the specific requirements to be included in the proposed guideline for hemp cultivation and consumption. Taking into account Islamic rulings while simultaneously taking into consideration of technical and legal aspects is crucial to achieving a holistic approach to dealing with the legality of hemp.
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