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Pakistan is currently grappling with high inflation, massive government debt, and soaring interest costs. To address these issues, a new proposal advocates for the implementation of full reserve banking. This approach aims to transform the financial landscape by completely separating money from credit, potentially eliminating government debt and reducing interest costs. Full reserve banking, endorsed...

This lecture examines the intersection between Maqāṣid al-Sharīʻah perspective and conventional perspective with respect to wealth protection and the stability and resilience of financial systems in absorbing shocks and maintaining vital services.   Using regulatory capital instruments as a case study, the lecture highlights both the similarities in the overall objectives of Maqāṣid al-Sharīʻah and...

The lecture will focus on a framework for understanding human potential based on key insights from the Quran. It will explore four core human capacities: sensory perception, intellectual reasoning, emotional empathy, and moral awareness, highlighting their role in personal growth and psychological well-being. The discussion will emphasize the importance of nurturing these abilities in a...