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Many of the territories of the British Empire, notably India and Pakistan (which was then part of India) had Muslim populations. When the Empire finally collapsed, these countries were often thrown into chaos as different factions vied for power. Some Muslims who were, by virtue of the occupation, subjects of the British crown, sought sanctuary in the British Isles. Later, these were joined by economic migrants and both populations bred more rapidly than the native British, so by century's end they were a significant minority in the country.
British Muslims are in the news today because many of them are unassimilated. That means that though they enjoy British stability, they have failed to understand or obey the laws and morals of their new country. This results in their committing crimes and making demands on the welfare system that burden the non-Muslim citizens of Britain.
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What do Muslims do in Britain?
Same thing everyone else does in Britain.
Why do Muslims live in Europe?
The same reason why do Christians live in Muslim Majority countries. Any European citizen or resident has the right to have his/her own faith or religion as citizens or residents in any other Muslim majority countries.
What is the population of Muslims in Great Britain?
2.5 mill
Why did Muslims first come to the UK?
Muslims first came to the UK in significant numbers in the 1950s and 1960s primarily as immigrants in search of economic opportunity and work. They were encouraged to come to help rebuild the UK after World War II and fill labor shortages in industries such as transportation, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Where do British Muslims live?
In Britain or all over the world.
When did the Celts come to Britain?
When did Celts come to Britain
Who visits the ka'aba?
Muslims who come for piligrimage. Muslims who come for " Omra " Muslims who come to pray in Al-Masjd Al-Haram "the name of the mosque where Al-Ka'aba is " Muslims who come for the three reasons. even , looking at Al-Ka'aba is a pleasure itself ... All Muslims wish to visit Al-Ka'aba ....It's a journey of a lifetime !
Are there any difficulties that Muslims might face living in Britain?
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What countries did muslims come from to perform hajj?
The Muslims from all over the world come to Mecca to perform Hajj.
Why can't Muslims be enrolled in British army?
This question assumes that Muslims cannot serve in the British army and that is false. Many muslims served in the British army in the past. They were even awarded Victoria Cross. There are currently 605 Muslims in the British armed forces and the number continues to grow. Please see the Related Link which is a news article discussing Britain's first Muslim military chaplain. There are some Muslims in Britain who argue that fellow Muslims should not enlist in the British military since Britain is currently engaged in wars in Islamic countries, but this is a disagreement between Muslims as a religious group, not between Muslims and the UK government.
Examples of Ummah in Britain?
An example of Ummah in Britain would be Ramadan. As a community all the Muslims fast together as acommunity.
How did Islam get in Britain?
Primarily, Muslims arrived in Britain from the former British Empire. During the 1800s, a vast number of Britons moved to foreign territories under British rule. In the 1900s and 2000s, many people from these foreign territories have come to Britain. This includes many Hindus and Sikhs from India as well as a large number of Muslims. Additionally, rich Muslims often buy a summer house in the United Kingdom so they can enjoy the freedoms that many Muslim regimes deny their citizens. It should also be noted that the phrasing of this question is a little odd. It's not as if Britain had a barrier where they were constantly looking out for Muslims and some "sneaked in". Muslim immigration to the United Kingdom is quite open and honest.
