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Islamic Concept of State. Basic Principles of Islamic State

Introductory Remarks: Islamic state is a welfare state, in which the relationship of ruler with subjects is threefold; a Wakil (agent) of its subjects in dealings with other states; as a Wali (guardian) or protector of interests and wellbeing of people; as a Shareeq (partner) in thick and thin, happiness and sadness. The legislative powers of an Islamic state are subject to rules embodied in Quran and Sunnah. where the executive head is bound to establish Deen ; Although he appoint the judicial head of the state, but one appointed there is complete separation of powers between the two and the head cannot refuse to appear before Qazi , if so required. Concept of State: State has four elements Population Territory Government  Sovereignty Islamic state is a state in which the sovereignty vests in Allah and government is run by the representative in the name of Allah, as a sacred trust, who is fully responsible to people. The objectives of Islamic state include; obedien...