Irevan Quberniya Ruhani Meclisi Apr 2026

Appointing and supervising local religious officials, such as qadis and imams.

Managing mosques, religious endowments ( waqf ), and educational institutions ( madrasas ). Irevan Quberniya Ruhani Meclisi

The council was formed to provide structured governance for the Islamic community following the Russian Empire's consolidation of power in the South Caucasus. Functions: Its primary responsibilities included: Notable members included:

The ( İrəvan Quberniya Ruhani Məclisi ) was a religious administrative body established within the Irevan (Erivan) Governorate of the Russian Empire to manage the affairs of the local Muslim population. Operating under the broader framework of the Caucasus Muslim Spiritual Administration , it played a vital role in the religious, social, and educational life of the region's Azerbaijani community during the 19th and early 20th centuries. History and Role Appointing and supervising local religious officials

The council consisted of influential religious scholars and public figures known for their expertise in Islamic jurisprudence, theology, and science. Notable members included: