A Study of Public Welfare Initiatives Outlined in the Constitution of Medina
Keywords:
Public Welfare, Constitution of Medina, Human history, Basic rightsAbstract
From the dawn of human history, people have consistently sought shelter, protection, and sustenance (food, clothing, education and health care). Throughout various stages of societal development, including those in the Pre-Islamic Arabian Peninsula, the broader Middle Eastern region, and transitional periods, individuals have often been compelled to submit to monarchs or ruling elites to fulfill their basic needs. Regardless of caste, creed, biological differences, color, or religion, the innate human desire for basic rights and a stable system of governance has persisted.
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