Poverty Alleviation on a Sustainable Basis in the Islamic Framework

Allah (SWT) is the sole creator of this vast universe and whatever it contains. He created man as a master piece of His creation and elevated him to be His vicegerent on earth. He made all physical systems and other creations to cater human needs from the time immoral. And those holding political power in Muslim countries under Islamic teachings are required to make necessary arrangements for the satisfaction of his material needs through efficient utilisation of resources and equitable distribution of goods and services and also to fully protect him from all kinds of fear besides the fear of starvation. There is ample evidence in Quran, Sunnah, and practice of Caliphs to provide food as well as social security to each and every individual in an Islamic economy. Pointing to this fact, an Ayah of Quran enjoying upon Quraish to worship Allah because He has protected them both from starvation and fear by granting them food and peace. Similarly a Hadith says that a society where a Muslim has to starve is forsaken by Allah. The first four Caliphs were fully conscious of their obligation towards meeting the needs of poor. Hazrat Umar (RA) declared, “if a camel dies at the bank of Euphrates, I am afraid Allah would make me accountable for it”. The overwhelming stress on satisfaction of basic needs and social security both of current and future generations leaves no justification for the prevalence of widespread poverty in Islamic framework. As a matter of fact, Islam and absolute poverty cannot persist together.

Poverty Alleviation on a Sustainable Basis in the Islamic Framework

Allah (SWT) is the sole creator of this vast universe and whatever it contains. He created man as a master piece of His creation and elevated him to be His vicegerent on earth. He made all physical systems and other creations to cater human needs from the time immoral. And those holding political power in Muslim countries under Islamic teachings are required to make necessary arrangements for the satisfaction of his material needs through efficient utilisation of resources and equitable distribution of goods and services and also to fully protect him from all kinds of fear besides the fear of starvation. There is ample evidence in Quran, Sunnah, and practice of Caliphs to provide food as well as social security to each and every individual in an Islamic economy. Pointing to this fact, an Ayah of Quran enjoying upon Quraish to worship Allah because He has protected them both from starvation and fear by granting them food and peace.1 Similarly a Hadith says that a society where a Muslim has to starve is forsaken by Allah.2 The first four Caliphs were fully conscious of their obligation towards meeting the needs of poor. Hazrat Umar (RA) declared, “if a camel dies at the bank of Euphrates, I am afraid Allah would make me accountable for it”.3 The overwhelming stress on satisfaction of basic needs and social security both of current and future generations leaves no justification for the prevalence of widespread poverty in Islamic framework. As a matter of fact, Islam and absolute poverty cannot persist together

Provision of Public Goods in an Islamic Economy

Islam establishes a welfare society. It obligates the society to make arrangements for need-fulfilment of all citizens. The Islamic economy working with the market and non-market institutions and guided by Islamic values meets the personal and public needs of its people. The market system in a secular economy under appropriate conditions can efficiently meet personal needs of the people; however, it fails to do so in case of public goods. While supplementing the market system with other institutions, the Islamic economy manages to supply optimal quantity of the public goods. The paper studies this issue in the light of the Qur'an, the Sunnah, and Islamic history.

Effects of Trade Liberalization on Agriculture in Pakistan: Institutional and Structural Aspects

This book analyzes institutional and structural aspects of the effects of trade liberalization on agriculture in Pakistan. The study stresses the analysis of trade-related policies, physical infrastructure, institutions in the public sector and various economic indicators. It discusses such commodities as rice, wheat, fruits and vegetables, edible oil, coffee, tea and milk. This book gives readers a general view of trade liberalization in Pakistan.trade policies, trade, trade liberalization, agricultural products, International Relations/Trade,

Provision of Public Goods in an Islamic Economy

Islam establishes a welfare society. It obligates the society to make arrangements for need-fulfilment of all citizens. The Islamic economy working with the market and non-market institutions and guided by Islamic values meets the personal and public needs of its people. The market system in a secular economy under appropriate conditions can efficiently meet personal needs of the people; however, it fails to do so in case of public goods. While supplementing the market system with other institutions, the Islamic economy manages to supply optimal quantity of the public goods. The paper studies this issue in the light of the Qur'an, the Sunnah, and Islamic history.

Introduction of channel catfish Ictalurus punctatus (Rafinesque) in Pakistan and its performance during acclimatization and pond culture.

Abstract.-Two thousand fingerlings of channel catfish Ictalurus punctatus were imported from Thailand in a bid to introduce this fish in Pakistan. Five percent mortality occurred during transportation. Experiments were designed to observe catfish acclimatization in tanks or raceways for which five hundred fingerlings (average weight 10.86±1.20g) were placed in five tanks of 2000-liter water capacity and another 500 fingerlings (average weight, 10.56±0.68g) were kept in five raceways of 5000-liter water capacity each. The fish were fed on imported diet for a period of 75 days. Mean weight gain of 27.22±1.75 g and 31.5±1.04 g and surv~7.5% and 95.9% were recorded in tanks and raceways, respectively. For studying growth of fish two stocking densities (3,000 and 3,500/ha) were maintained in ponds (0.04 ha) from December 2003 -November 2004. The weight gain was significantly higher in low stocking density (1,263.3 ± 60.9 g) compared with high stocking density (1,184.9±57.1 g). Fish production and survival between two stocking densities was not different (P>0.05)

Effects of Trade Liberalization on Agriculture in Pakistan: Commodity Aspects

This book analyzes commodity aspects of the effects of trade liberalization on agriculture in Pakistan. The study describes the effects of trade liberalization on selected commodities namely wheat, rice and maize at the national level and farm level. The analysis included ex-ante and ex-post welfare gain and loss at the national level and profitability at the farm level

Market Prospects for Upland Crops in Pakistan

This book analyzes domestic demand and market potential for major food and industrial commodities, maize, soybean, potato and rice. The study sets forth long-term trends in the dietary pattern of the Pakistan people. The study gives in-depth analysis of emerging markets for various kinds of fruit and vegetables. It gives a clear account of the relation between public and private efforts in agri-industry in Pakistan over the last two decades

Effects of Trade Liberalization on Agriculture in Pakistan: Institutional and Structural Aspects

This book analyzes institutional and structural aspects of the effects of trade liberalization on agriculture in Pakistan. The study stresses the analysis of trade-related policies, physical infrastructure, institutions in the public sector and various economic indicators. It discusses such commodities as rice, wheat, fruits and vegetables, edible oil, coffee, tea and milk. This book gives readers a general view of trade liberalization in Pakistan

Market Prospects for Upland Crops in Pakistan

This book analyzes domestic demand and market potential for major food and industrial commodities, maize, soybean, potato and rice. The study sets forth long-term trends in the dietary pattern of the Pakistan people. The study gives in-depth analysis of emerging markets for various kinds of fruit and vegetables. It gives a clear account of the relation between public and private efforts in agri-industry in Pakistan over the last two decades.demand, commodity markets, markets, upland crops, Crop Production/Industries, Demand and Price Analysis,