Caliphate Theory

Caliphate Theory is the idea that political leadership in the Muslim community (the caliphate) should be based on religious authority and legitimacy, traditionally held by descendants of the Prophet Muhammad or recognized Islamic scholars. It emphasizes uniting Muslims under a single governance that upholds Islamic principles and law. The theory has historical roots in the early caliphates but continues to influence modern political and ideological movements seeking to establish or restore such a unified Islamic state, often advocating for a governance system rooted in religion rather than secular or nationalistic policies.