An Islamic perspective on governance
Zafar Iqbal and Mervyn K. Lewis examine, from an Islamic perspective, some central issues in public, economic and corporate governance. Amongst topics analysed are theories of justice, taxation, budget deficits, Islamic financing modes, public and private accountability, and corruption. This unique...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Cheltenham, U.K
Edward Elgar
c2009
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| Series: | New horizons in money and finance
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| Collection: | Edward Elgar eBook Archive - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | Zafar Iqbal and Mervyn K. Lewis examine, from an Islamic perspective, some central issues in public, economic and corporate governance. Amongst topics analysed are theories of justice, taxation, budget deficits, Islamic financing modes, public and private accountability, and corruption. This unique and highly innovative book will have strong appeal for those with an interest in Islamic economics, public policy, banking, and Asian and Middle Eastern studies 1. Perspectives on governance -- 2. The methodology of Islamic economics -- 3. Justice : the inner core of governance -- 4. An Islamic perspective on taxation -- 5. Problems of implementing taxation in Islamic countries -- 6. Islamic position on budget deficits -- 7. Financing methods for government bodies -- 8. Accountability and governance -- 9. Governance and corruption -- 10. Conclusion |
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| Physical Description: | xvi, 368 p ill |
| ISBN: | 9781848449220 1847201385 9781847201386 |