Abstract
AbstractThis chapter focuses on the concept of legal pluralism in Afghanistan. The chapter talks about the main players on the ground, that is, Islamic law, customary law, and state law (Qānūn). It reveals that legal pluralism is the main characteristic of Islamic law because Islamic law provisions have been made from more than ten sources. Furthermore, this chapter explains the concept of customary law in Afghanistan and its deep root in the unique social structure of Afghan society. In addition, it elucidates the history of the adoption of state laws in recent centuries and how it has developed up to date. This chapter also gives details regarding legal education in Afghanistan and provides the answer to the question of who becomes a judge in Afghanistan.KeywordsLegal pluralismSource of Islamic lawCutomary lawState law (Qanoon) judicial trainingLegal education
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