Edraak Webinar Series #6 - Constitutionalism: The Missing Link in Muslim Democracies

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Dr. Saeed Khan discusses the relevance of Islamic constitutionalism in modern governance and its historical context in Muslim societies.

Join us for an illuminating discussion with Dr. Saeed Khan on Islamic constitutionalism and its relevance in today's world. In this webinar, Dr. Khan explores the rich history of constitutional development in Muslim societies, from the Medina Charter to modern nation-states, offering fresh perspectives on how Islamic principles can contribute to contemporary governance. Dr. Khan challenges common misconceptions about Islamic law and constitutionalism, examining how the Maqasid al-Sharia (objectives of Islamic law) align with modern constitutional values. Through historical examples and current case studies, he demonstrates how Islamic constitutionalism might offer solutions to challenges facing diverse societies today. Key topics include: The relationship between Islamic law and state authority The evolution of constitutional thought in Muslim societies The Ottoman Empire's constitutional experiences Contemporary challenges in Muslim-majority countries The potential role of Islamic constitutionalism in an era of globalization This thought-provoking session, moderated by Dr. Ali Salman, features engaging audience participation and explores critical questions about governance…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Ali Salman

Guest: Dr. Saeed Khan

Topics covered

• Islamic constitutionalism
• Muslim democracies
• governance
• Maqasid al-Sharia
• historical examples
• contemporary challenges

Keywords

• Islamic law
• constitutional development
• Medina Charter
• Ottoman Empire
• globalization
• religious freedom
• social cohesion

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Organizations: Islam & Liberty Network

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