Islamic Modern

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Exploring the workings of Islamic courts, the book delves into the cultural insights that influence judicial processes and litigant strategies, particularly regarding women's claims. It examines the role of these courts in promoting social tolerance and their use by states to consolidate power and shape modern citizenship. By providing ethnographic, historical, and transnational perspectives, the text enhances the understanding of diversity within Muslim communities and offers insights into contemporary Islam within a strategically significant region.