FEATURES OF A TRUE MUSLIM SOCIETY Introduction:Islam is not a new religion, but the same truth that Allah revealed

through all His prophets to every people. For a fifth of the world's population, Islam is both a religion and a complete way of life. Muslims follow a religion of peace, mercy, and forgiveness, and the majority have nothing to do with the extremely grave events which have come to be associated with their faith. Muslims believe in One, Unique, Incomparable God; in the Angels created by Him; in the prophets through whom His revelations were brought to mankind; in the Day of Judgement and individual accountability for actions; in God's complete authority over human destiny and in life after death. Allah's final message to man, a reconfirmation of the eternal message and a summing-up of all that has gone before was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) through Gabriel. Following are the some features that are the essence of a true Muslim society.

1) Faith in oneness of Allah:Faith in the Oneness of Allah, that there is nothing worthy of worship except Allah, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. He gave mankind a code of life that guarantees their well-being in this world and in the life hereafter (ma`aash wa ma`aad).

2) Prohibition of Shirk (polytheism):In a true Muslim society, all the followers must condemn the emergence of shirk (raising sharers to Allah) from any of the corner of the state. They believe in the absolute unity of Allah and total control of Him. He possesses absolute power, He can do what He likes, He is answerable to none, while all are answerable to Him. This firm belief in Allah forms the basis of an ideal Muslim society.

3) Co-operation with one another:Human beings cannot live independent of each other. They have to live together and co-operate for the maximization of welfare and warding off evils. A member of the Islamic society is not an 'economic man' but one with the goal of earning the pleasure of Allah through right action and service to his fellow human beings. Good intentions and right action thrive when they receive a positive response from others. Ultimately, competition in good deeds results in benefits to all concerned.

4) Generosity:-

Generosity and benevolence must prevail in the society. People should prefer others' needs to their own needs. On the other hand, lust for money, and miserliness is condemned in all cases. Luxurious living should be avoided. The best policy is that of the middle ay.

5) Amar Bil Maroof:In the society, there must not be monopoly, exploitation, fraud or usurious transactions. Good should be enjoined and evil should be forbidden. The state has an active role to play in economic life. It should intervene if freedom is abused or people are not fulfilling their obligations.

6) Justice:In Islam the organization of justice is an essential part of the code of life, the Messenger of Allah brought to mankind. He stands supreme both in theory and practice, because justice is not only an ideal concept, but is actually practiced in daily life. In short the entire fabric of life is woven around justice and equality which creates a good environment for tolerance, understanding and cooperation. It has been clearly defined in the Quran that the objective of the book is to establish justice among various sections of the society. Every Muslim is required to be just and therefore, not significant in the administration of justice in a Muslim society.

7) Brotherhood:One of the fundamental principal of Muslim society is the concept of brotherhood. Islam does not recognize equality of mankind only in theory but it positively preaches that all Muslims are brothers, the prophet of Islam declared that, An Arab has no privilege and superiority over an Ajmal and similarly an Ajami cannot claim any privilege or superiority over an Arab. You are all descendent of Adam and Adam was made of clay They should love each other with care and kindness. A Muslim should be the well wisher of the other Muslim rather the whole of mankind. In the eyes of Allah greatness is only build up by; neither by birth nor wealth nor placement in life