Basic Function of State in Islam

Function of State in Islam

In Islamic state Allah has the superior authority .The concept of sovereignty occupies central position in modern state. It is defined as a theory of politics that leads to an ultimate overseer in decision  making process of state and which explains rules and regulations. Most powers are exercised by government.

But Islamic point of view is very different. Allah is supreme authority; all powers rest with Him solely. However He has delegated power to mankind for conducting worldly affairs.

Islamic state is no less than a recent govt. It performs many function, which shed light on its role. These are mentioned below:

Providing Basic Necessaries

It is the first and foremost duty of the state to provide necessities of life to the mass. That is clothing, sheltering and feeding facilities. No one remains, hungry, unhoused, unclothed in the country.

Social and Economic Justice

Al-Adl-Wal- Ihsan is important tools of economic program. There should be balance among all sects irrespective of caste, creed or color. No distinction should make as regards, employment and economic development.

Freedom

Everyone is permitted to select a profession of his choice or he can conduct any kind of business within limits. He can earn his livelihood, support his family. But distinction is made between Halal and Haram

Principles

Islamic state should lay down some guiding principles for spending. Lavish type of life must be prohibited, simple style be popularized and no one be allowed expend more than his income.

Helping Weak Person

If there are some individuals who are economically weak and are not able to pull on, the state must take suitable measures for helping them. Similarly needy, crippled and some others of this type, should be helped by the government. Some schemes of social security are launched within the country.

Safe-Guard against Exploitation

Some powerful landlord, industrialists and monopolists encroach upon the rights of laboring class. They are not given due share of their labor. Hence, state should intervene and protect them from exploitation.

Controlling Prices

Prices should remain under safe limits; otherwise they pose many difficulties for common people. There should be neither inflationary nor deflationary pressure in the economy. It is the duty of the Muslim state to keep vigilant eye on price.

Utilization of Resources

The natural and human resources are very significant for achieving economic growth. The state should make maximum utilization of these resources. New resources are explored. Educational and training facilities are provided to men, so as to make them efficient and honest.

Balance between Private and Public Sectors

If balance is not maintained between these two sectors, there is danger of many evils to take roots in the society.