قانون سازی کے اصول: امام شاہ ولی اللہ محدث دہلویؒ کا فکری منہج
Principles of Legislation: The Intellectual Methodology of Imam Shah Waliullah Muhaddith Dehlawi
الكلمات المفتاحية:
Imam Shah Waliullah Muhaddith Dehlavi، Principles of Legislation، Maqasid al-Shari‘ah، Ijtihad، Public Interestالملخص
This article examines the principles of legislation through the intellectual methodology of Imam Shah Waliullah Muhaddith Dehlavi (رحمہ اللہ), one of the most influential Islamic thinkers of the Indo-Muslim world. Imam Shah Waliullah developed a comprehensive legal and philosophical framework that sought to revive Islamic law by reconnecting it with its foundational objectives, social realities, and moral purposes. The most important underlying theme of law making principles for him was Istehsan (ease). The study highlights that, the principles of law should be flexible, must not contain extra restrictions, making difficult to abide by. according to Shah Waliullah, legislation must remain firmly rooted in the Qur’an and Sunnah while simultaneously addressing societal needs through ijtihad, maslahah (public interest), and recognized custom (‘urf). Central to his legal thought is the concept of Masleha Kulliya ( collective goodness). The article argues that Imam Shah Waliullah’s intellectual methodology offers a balanced and pragmatic model for contemporary Islamic legislation. His thought provides valuable guidance for modern Muslim societies seeking to harmonize classical Islamic legal principles with contemporary legal, social, and ethical challenges.
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