Islamisation And Democratic Transition In The Post- Revolution Egypt
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Revolution, Islamization, Egypt, North Africa, Democracy, Shari’ah Law
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This article explores the effects of the political upheaval on Egyptian domestic politics and the democratic transition. It examines whether the Arab Spring was a movement for political freedom or merely an attempt to place the Brotherhood in power. A qualitative data analysis approach was applied in this study. Various books, journals, and research reports on Egyptian and Middle Eastern politics were consulted as sources of information. Current political events in Egypt and neighbouring countries were also followed. The study concludes that democratizing a predominantly Arab and Islamic nation such as Egypt seldom hits the target. Moreover, the goals of the Arab Spring for a better Egypt have not yet been achieved. This research is especially useful for students or readers specializing in Egyptian or Middle Eastern politics within the context of political changes in the region. The Jasmine Revolution witnessed across the Middle East and North Africa is the focus of this study. The Middle East region, dominated by tyrannical leadership pre-revolution, is the primary area of focus. The study's originality lies in the observation that the lack of freedom and political rights galvanized anger among Arab youths, from Tunisia to across the region. This research contributes to the scant literature on the democratic transition in Egypt, which occurred for the first time in the country's history.
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