Q: 1) To attract customers our department store is involved in having winningsof various types. Is it permissible to take part in a raffle in which one does not pay to gain benefit of the winnings? 2) Is it permissible to take part in a raffle in which one pays to gain benefit of the winnings (text)

Answers:

1. Yes.

2.  No.

Allah Certainly Knows Best.