Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Understanding the impact of religious extremism on governance, human rights, and international relations; analysis of different legal systems and their societal implications in conflict zones.
Since returning to power in 2021, the Taliban has established a governance system based on its strict, Deobandi-influenced interpretation of Sharia law, which serves as the foundational legal and social framework for Afghanistan. This interpretation dictates extensive restrictions on public life, particularly for women, and is enforced through state mechanisms like the morality police.