A question regarding the validity of following a deceased scholar's rulings in matters of obligatory precaution.
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him):
It is not permissible to initiate following a deceased scholar. However, you can now refer to a living scholar, prioritizing the most knowledgeable.
Source: Minhaj al-Salihin, Vol. 1, Taqleed, Articles 4 + 7 + Official Website
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him):
It is not permissible to initiate following a deceased scholar as a mandatory precaution. However, you can now refer to a living scholar, prioritizing the most knowledgeable as a mandatory precaution.
Source: Answers to Inquiries, Conditions of Taqleed, Q22 + Special Inquiry
May you be successful in all good.