ISLAMIC POLITICAL THOUGHT AND DEMOCRACY
Islamic political thought and democracy significantly influence Indonesia's political modernization process. Islamic principles such as musyawarah, or consultation, and social justice are examples of the compatibility between Islam and democracy. Musyawarah's principle emphasises the importance of open discussion and active participation in decision-making, in keeping with the essence of democracy, which prioritises fair public participation and representation. However, the value of social justice in Islam demands fair treatment for everyone without discrimination based on their social or religious background. To ensure that Islamic principles do not conflict with basic democratic principles such as human rights and pluralism, the application of Islamic values in democratic political practice in Indonesia is challenging. PKS and other Islam-based political parties in Indonesia have endeavoured to combine Islamic values with democratic values, promoting public morality and social justice within an inclusive legal framework. These efforts demonstrate that Islamic political thought can not only co-exist with democracy but can also enrich and strengthen democracy by respecting diversity and individual rights in an increasingly complex and pluralist society.
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE FUTURE OF ISLAMIC POLITICAL THOUGHT
There are great opportunities for Islamic political thought in the future to play an important role in Indonesian and world politics. In Indonesia, Islamic-based political parties can continue to mobilise the masses with social and moral programmes based on Islamic principles, such as social justice and anti-corruption. This opportunity is supported by growing political awareness and increasing public participation in an inclusive democracy. However, there are many challenges to balancing religious desires with the secular democracy and pluralism on which the country is based. In addition, discrimination against Islam as a radicalised political religion is also a problem to be faced worldwide. so, Islamic political thought can help build a just, equitable, and harmonious society in an increasingly complex era. It depends on how well it can develop methods that are inclusive, progressive, and respectful of universal values like human rights, pluralism, and tolerance.
I would like to emphasise that Islamic political thought in Indonesia faces various challenges and opportunities in the future. With a strong base in Islamic values such as deliberation and social justice, Islamic political thought can continue to be a relevant political force by mobilising moral and social agendas within an increasingly democratic framework. However, it is important to address emerging challenges, such as integrating Islamic values without compromising secular pluralism and democracy. Developing an inclusive and progressive vision of Islamic politics requires preserving a positive image of Islam from global stigmatisation. Islamic political thought can help build a just, harmonious and equitable society both locally and internationally by taking a wise approach and supporting political education that prioritises tolerance and human rights.
Name: Pinkan Indrianika arief_20230510120_L Class
Universitas muhammadiyah YogyakartaÂ
