THE term Madani evokes a rich legacy of Islamic civilisation, one rooted in justice, compassion and divine guidance. Historically, it refers to the Madinah model established by Prophet Muhammad, where governance was infused with syariah, communal ethics and moral accountability. In contrast, the present-day Malaysia Madani framework, introduced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in 2023, has sparked debate: Is it a genuine revival of Islamic civilisational ideals or a secular rebranding of governance dressed in moral language?
Classical Madani: Governance rooted in revelation
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