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April 3, 2025

Pluralism, democracy and the political legacy of Medina Charter

Sufi Sagar Psalms:
Debates about democracy in contemporary Bangladesh often centre on whether pluralism, equal citizenship, and the right to dissent are compatible with Islamic political thought. A closer reading of Islamic history suggests that they are. The Constitution of Medina (Ṣaḥīfat al-Madīna), drafted under the leadership of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in 622 CE, offers a historical precedent for inclusive and participatory govern...
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