The Role of Islamic Law and Tradition in the Prevention of Corruption by Political Experts in Indonesia
Abstract:
Corruption has become a big concern in Indonesia's professional and social life aspects. In addition, Indonesia's political system is heavily influenced by corruption. This has prompted the Indonesian government and related parties to adopt effective anti-corruption policies and tactics to prevent or eradicate corruption. Although Indonesia is an Islamic country with a substantial Muslim population, Islam is observed as a religion and a source of norms and laws, as most Indonesians are committed to following the Qur'anic precepts. Consequently, the primary objective of this study was to evaluate the significance of Islamic law and tradition in Indonesia's fight against corruption. To achieve this goal, data was gathered from authoritative legal papers and other web sources, and exploratory research was done. Observably, Islamic law classifies corruption as "Ghulul (betrayal), Risywah (bribery), Khiyanah (treachery), Sariqah (robbery), and Hirabah (Great Robbery)" In Indonesia, it is the responsibility of the courts to use Islamic law when imposing punishments on corrupt individuals. Islamic law advocates harsh punishments for the corrupt to preserve society's safety. In this regard, this report recommends many prevention techniques to remove corruption in Indonesia. For instance, it was suggested that religious experts be encouraged to educate the people about the detrimental effects of corruption to discourage their participation. For effective outcomes, it has also been recommended that politicians and the government prioritize encouraging fairness and equality while enacting anti-corruption laws.
Keyword:
Indonesia; Islamic Law; Corruption; Prevention; Political Experts