Abstract

Islam is the complete and comprehensive code of life. It covers all aspects of human life from cradle to grave. Islam prescribes solutions to all problems, personal or international, private or public in nature. It is not indifferent to any issue how insignificant it may be. On that account, Islam is regarded, as stated, the complete code of life and therefore, it has the comprehensive laws to govern the legal rights and obligations of the citizens. Islam received its perfection with the advent of the last Prophet Muhammad (peace be on him). In this respect the Quran states, “Today I have perfected your religion for you, and completed my favor toward you, and chosen Islam as your religion.” The Prophet applied Islamic law in the state founded by him as its head. He established rule of law against ‘might is right’. That made it the welfare state. In fact, he was sent to establish the supremacy of Islam over all other man-made laws. In this respect the Quranic declaration is as follows, “He it is who has sent His Messenger with the guidance and the Religion of Truth that He may cause it to prevail over all religions.”2
The aim of this article is to ventilate the distinctive character of Islamic law, which is altogether different from other man-made laws. It also aims at the removal of misconceptions of the western people about Islamic law. Further, its objective is to draw the attention of all concerned specially the legislators that the application of Islamic law in Bangladesh, where 90% people are adherents to Islam, will ensure peace and tranquility in the State and this is possible because of the divine character of Islamic law.