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Q 2: On another day during this blessed month, I got up during the night and drank some water that was beside my bed. Then, I went back to sleep. I got up later to find that people were returning from the Masjids (mosques) after performing Fajr (Dawn) Prayer. At that time the daylight was clear. Therefore, I began to doubt the time of drinking water. I do not know whether I drank water before, during or after Fajr Prayer because I was sleeping. Should I make up for that day?

A: If the reality is as you mentioned, then your Sawm (Fast) is valid as the basic rule is the continuity of the night. But if you later become sure that you drank water after the Fajr Prayer, then you have to make up for that day. (Part No. 10; Page No. 285) May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.