Islamic Political Values and Their Application in Islamic State of Pakistan: Efforts and Progress

Syed Muhammad Usman Ghani; Zeeshan Ashraf; Rida Khawar

Authors

Syed Muhammad Usman Ghani PhD Research Scholar, International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Zeeshan Ashraf PhD Law Scholar, School of Law, University Utara Malaysia, Assistant Professor, Department of Law, University of Southern Punjab, Multan, Pakistan
Rida Khawar Lecturer, Faculty of Law, University of Central Punjab, Lahore

Keywords:

Islamic Governance Islamic Political Values Pakistan Religious Political Parties Shar’iah Law

Abstract

This study examines Pakistan's efforts and progress in implementing Islamic political values through its governance structures, focusing on constitutional frameworks, institutional mechanisms, and the role of religious political parties. Through systematic analysis of constitutional developments, policy implementation, and institutional performance from 2000 to 2024, this research evaluates Pakistan's journey in establishing Islamic governance frameworks. Our findings reveal substantial progress in Islamic banking regulations, family law reforms, and institutional development, while highlighting challenges in reconciling traditional Islamic principles with modern governance requirements. The research demonstrates significant advancement in constitutional implementation, institutional capacity building, and policy formation, despite challenges from sociopolitical diversity, legal ambiguities, and global influences. This comprehensive analysis contributes to understanding the practical dynamics of establishing Islamic governance in contemporary nation-states and provides insights for similar implementation efforts worldwide.