ISLAM AND POLITICS

This kind of political concept is a great contribution of Islam towards mankind. Political history shows that people always have some fixed political ideas and they want to establish and implement these ideas. Such an ideology is bound to create conflict leading to violence. Islam gives a very practical formula in this regard. The formula is based on two points: One, is to follow your own religion in personal life and the second is to accept the status quo, in social or political life. In other words, it is to establish a democratic government based on free and fair election. It is this formula that can save people from all kinds of political confrontation and wars. Only such a political ideology can ensure the establishment of peace in every situation. Art of Scrutiny To be successful in this world, it is very important for us to know the art of scrutinizing things. Things usually are not what they seem. When we scrutinize things, we get to the heart of the matter and only then can we see things as they actually are. The Art of Scrutiny starts from doubting what is being said. Once a doubt comes into our mind, we have to apply our common sense and ask questions. Sometimes it happens that direct questions do not get you answers. In such a situation, we have to ask indirect questions. Only by applying the art of scrutiny do we get to the heart of the matter and understand things for what they actually are.