Harmonization between Islam and International Human Rights: a critical analysis

The issue as to whether Islam accommodates the notion of human rights as embodies in International law within its framework is a contested topic among the Muslim academia. This paper after reviewing various positions on the issue argues for methodological harmonization between the two within Isl...

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Main Author: Haneef, Sayed Sikandar Shah
Format: Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: IIUM Press 2016
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/51122/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/51122/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/51122/1/51122_Harmonization%20between%20Islam.pdf
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Summary:The issue as to whether Islam accommodates the notion of human rights as embodies in International law within its framework is a contested topic among the Muslim academia. This paper after reviewing various positions on the issue argues for methodological harmonization between the two within Islamic parameters and non-negotiable principles of Islamic view on humans and their rights.