In Islamic jurisprudence, if someone is forced to engage in a haram (forbidden) act to save their life, the principle of necessity (known as darura) comes into play. According to this principle, if a person is under duress and has no other option but to commit a haram act to preserve their life, it is generally permitted to do so. This is based on the Quranic injunction that “There is no sin upon you if you make a mistake unintentionally or if you are forced to do something” (Quran 33:5). However, the act should be limited to what is absolutely necessary, and once the immediate threat is over, the person should strive to avoid any further haram actions.