Facing diversity: Islamic marriages and human rights

By, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Juelda LAMÇE

Abstract

This paper aims to analyze the challenges of facing diversity when it comes to Islamic marriages and human rights. The qualification of rights as universal has been questioned in the Islamic world because it reflects only the Western concept of human rights. Despite the codification of positive law norms, in some Islamic tradition countries, there are still difficulties in recognizing a set of universally recognized positive rights. In terms of co-existence between secular and religious law, it is fundamental for religious norms to be aligned with the international legal order in general and the protection of human rights in particular. Nonetheless, when addressing these issues, it is assumed that the logic of clash of civilizations serves as a deterrent to any effort toward understanding and seeking common solutions.

How to cite: Lamçe, J. (2020). Facing diversity: Islamic marriages and human rights. Jus & Justicia, 14(1), 55–68.

https://doi.org/10.58944/fxcf3597