[4] Maqāṣid al-sharīah, or the higher objectives of Islamic law, involve ensuring justice throughout the community by protecting and advancing human well-being, which is the fundamental goal of governance.
[5] Thus, Islamic governance is centered on managing public affairs and resources for the common good, setting and enforcing laws and policies, and ensuring these align with the Qur'an and Sunnah.
[6] Islamic governance... aims for a holistic moral-laden philosophy that will eventually lead to ‘human well-being’ with the emphasis on unity, peace and cohesion.
[9] Rached Ghannouchi argues that much of legislation involves addressing societal conditions, group dynamics, and complex modern issues that require input from various experts.
He believes that Islamic governance should aim to achieve virtuous goals such as social justice, tolerance, acceptance, compassion, and peace, which he refers to as the "state of Ihsan.
"[13] According to Khan, Muslim political and academic discussions largely concentrate on applying Islamic laws and rules under shariah, while neglecting the concept of ihsan, which refers to performing virtuous and beautiful deeds, the ultimate goal for a true believer.