Democracy and Islam in the New Constitution of Afghanistan

Edited by Cheryl Benard, Nina Hachigian

Contributors: Khaled M. Abou El Fadl, Said Arjomand, Nathan Brown, Jerrold D. Green, Donald Horowitz, Michael D. Rich, Barnett Rubin, Birol Yesilada

ResearchPublished 2003

This study reports on a conference held to identify ways in which the new constitution of Afghanistan could help put the country on the path to a strong, stable democracy characterized by good governance and rule of law. The participants identified practical ideas for those involved in drafting the constitution, particularly about the treatment of Islam.

This conference summary has been translated into Dari.

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  • Year: 2003
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