Kerala woman claims she's 1st to lead Islamic Friday prayers
A 34-year-old Muslim woman, who led the Friday prayers at the Quran Sunnat Society's office in Kerala's Malappuram, is claimed to be the first woman in India to perform the role. Around 80 people gathered to attend the service performed by Jamitha, who is the general secretary of the society. Traditionally, Muslim women are barred from leading the Friday prayers.