In this introductory book the author outlines the basic principles of a government based on the teachings of Islam. The author begins with the aim and objectives of the government according to Islam and the extent of its authority in that framework. He then addresses, from the Islamic viewpoint, the significance and fundamental nature of such issues as consultative system of government, judicial system, freedoms, party political pluralism, social justice, human rights, foreign policy, etc. The author also outlines the policies of a government on issues such as education, welfare, health, crime, services, etc. as well as such matters as the government's income, and authority.

Table of Contents

Translator’s Foreword V

Chapter 1: General Principles 1

Chapter 2: System Of Government 5

Chapter 3: Aim Of The Islamic Government 10

Chapter 4: Foreign Policy 13

Chapter 5: Sects 15

Chapter 6: Political Parties, Discrimination 16

Chapter 7: Government’s Income 18

Chapter 8: Education 21

Chapter 9: Welfare 23

Chapter 10: Health 24

Chapter 11: Crime 25

Chapter 12: Freedom 29

Chapter 13: Services 40

Chapter 14: The Judicial System 42

Chapter 15: Power of Government, Borders of Country 45

Concluding Remarks 49

Freedoms 49

Taxes 50

Punishments 51

Illicit Practices 52

Issues Of The Pre Islamic-Government Era 53

Glossary 55

Reference 59