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Islamic Sharia law

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Islamic legal principles derived from the Quran and Islamic tradition that serve as the basis for Iran's theocratic authority and governance.

AP course connection

Topic 1.5: 1.5 Sources of and Changes in Power and Authority

Unit 1

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