Indonesian Council of Clerics

The Indonesian Council of Clerics, known as MUI (Majelis Ulama Indonesia), is an influential organization that provides religious guidance and issues fatwas—authoritative Islamic opinions—for Muslims in Indonesia. It consists of Muslim scholars and clerics who interpret Islamic teachings to address contemporary social, ethical, and legal issues while ensuring they align with Islamic principles. MUI also plays a role in promoting Islamic values, fostering interfaith dialogue, and advising the government on religious matters. Its influence helps shape public understanding of Islam in Indonesia, the country with the world's largest Muslim population.