Question No. 01:

There are some misconceptions about Ijtihad like the purpose of Ijtihad is mere providing concessions and ease. Moreover, Ijtihad is to follow one own's opinion based on rational assessment which can also be exercised again explicit provisions of Quran and Sunnah. You are required to analyze these misconceptions and mention the eligibility criteria for a person to exercise Ijtihad.

Question No. 02:

Researches and practices have shown monetary exchange is superior and efficient when compared to barter system. However, barter exchange is still practiced in one form or another even in this modern world. In Islamic Law, Riba is not only found in loan transaction but also in the exchange of commodities for commodities which is then termed as Riba-Al-Fadhl. Enlighten the guidelines to be followed in barter exchanges in order to avoid Riba-al-Fadhl.