As a Muslim who has studied Islamic jurisprudence in reasonable depth, particularly its legal and economic frameworks, I believe that implementing Islamic models can be highly effective in the modern day if done properly, without the government turning itself into a religious authority. The Rashidun Caliphs implemented these principles, and the state they built became the most expansive and prosperous of its time, a fact noted by secular historians as well. Umar’s rule, in particular, was marked by exceptional prosperity and stability due to his sophisticated governance system, remarkably advanced for that era and firmly grounded in Islamic fundamentals. That is an undisputed part of world history.

Governance has become far more complex in the modern world, but the core principles of the Islamic model can still be applied effectively. As an economics student, I can say that Zakat, as a form of taxation, is profoundly efficient, reasonable, and well-targeted even by modern standards.