Where Should the Imam Stand If the Mosque Has Been Extended on One Side?

Question

The inner part of the mosque was, out of necessity, extended on the northern side. Now thirty worshippers stand to the imam's right and fifteen to his left. Is there any karaha (disapproval) in the present situation?

Answer

In such a situation the imam should stand in the middle, so that the followers are equal on both sides; otherwise there will be karaha.

Source: Fatawa Mahmudiyya

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