Islamic Response to Contemporary Challenges
Contents: Acknowledgement. Introduction. 1. Islam, the west and Muslims. 2. The real face of Islam: liberal or conservative. 3. World peace and Islam. 4. Islam and violence. 5. Islam and co-existence in a pluralistic society. 6. Islam and science. 7. Citizenship and minority issues: a Quranic perspective. 8. Islam and minority rights. 9. Muslim-non-Muslim relations: principles and application. 10. Islam and religious pluralism. 11. Islamic model for social harmony. 12. Social justice and gender equality. 13. Islamic education for the development of nation\'s welfare: bridging the gap between developed and developing countries. 14. Significance of Muslim media in the context of misinformation about Islam. 15. Islamic teachings: maternal health and adolescent reproductive health issues. 16. Islam, universality, physical health and wholesomeness of life. 17. Arab Islamic civilization: past and future --an Indian perspective. 18. Islamic law: the ultimate answer to contemporary questions. Index.
"This book deals with some vital contemporary questions and doubts about the role and character of Islam which, in its extreme form, has taken the shape of what Huntington has called the \'Clash of Civilizations\'. Huntington has wrongly pitted Islam against the western civilization whereas the author has proved that Islam stands for dialogue and cooperation.
The author has shown through documentary evidences how false and prejudiced are the allegations currently leveled against Islam. Unlike many traditional defenders of Islam, he has not indulged in counter-accusations. Instead, he has holds the rulers of Islamic countries guilty, for their conduct is contrary to the basic teachings and principles of Islam as enunciated by the prophet (PBUH).
The book deals with such vital topics as the Islamic attitude towards non-Muslims and minorities, pluralism and coexistence, gender justice, public health and, above all media and communication. It projects true image of Islam." (jacket)
