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Research Objective

To identify guiding principles for making a constitution in an Islamic state and explore the tradition of constitution-making in Islamic history by examining pre-modern and modern Muslim states.

Methodology

The paper contends that socio-economic principles provided by Islam for state affairs should form the basis for reconstructing modern Islamic states. It examines historical constitutions of pre-modern and modern Muslim states to explore the tradition of making constitutions in Islamic history.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD;
    A["Identify Islamic socio-economic principles for state affairs"] --> B["Examine constitutions of pre-modern and modern Muslim states"];
    B --> C["Identify guiding principles for Islamic constitutions"];
    C --> D["Formulate basis for reconstruction of modern Islamic state"];                    

Discussion

The authors argue that Islam is a comprehensive code of life, and its socio-economic principles are crucial for the success of individuals and societies, particularly in the context of state governance. They propose that these principles should be the foundation for modern Islamic states.

Key Findings

The paper identifies guiding principles for constitution-making in an Islamic state. It also explores the historical tradition of constitution-making within Islamic societies.

Conclusion

The paper provides insights into the principles and historical context of constitution-making from an Islamic perspective, suggesting a framework for contemporary Islamic states.

Fact Check

- The paper references a PDF accessed on January 16, 2020, titled "Islam Concepts."
- It cites a website accessed in October 2020 for definitions of a constitution by ten scholars.
- A reference is made to a 1968 publication by Muhammad Hamidullah titled "The First Written Constitution in the World."

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