The Effect of Arbitration on the Islamic Political System

Abstract

The current research aims to elucidate the concept of arbitration, its legitimacy, scope, significance, the extent of obligation, and its impact on the internal political system of the state, particularly constitutional issues related to assuming power and resolving internal political disputes within the administration of the Muslim state. The study examines the influence of arbitration on foreign policy matters involving wars or international conflicts over land or water, providing real life examples from the time of the Prophet, his companions, and his followers. The current study concluded that arbitration could have a significance impact on resolving both internal and external political disputes if employed appropriately and optimally. The study emphasizes the risk associated with failing to arbitrate political issues, which may result in adverse consequences such as widening the conflict gap among the opponents.