This research study was commissioned by Omran Center for Strategic Studies; A research institution based in Turkey and serves as a reference on Syrian affairs in political, local administration, and development sectors.
This study is a pre-LUGARIT work by our expert Zedoun Al-Zoubi.
This research study examines the interplay between religion and the state in Syrian constitutional history, analyzing how this relationship has evolved in three Syrian constitutions from 1920 to 1950 to 1973. It delves into the conflict between conservative and liberal viewpoints in Syria, focusing on their representation in constitutional texts. The study is divided into two main parts: a historical and analytical review of Syrian constitutions concerning religious matters, and an analysis of the perspectives of Arab and Syrian conservative thinkers. It explores potential common grounds between conservative and liberal ideologies for constitutional reflection, considering the societal dichotomies and implications for women's rights. Additionally, the research addresses how internal and external factors have influenced the constitutional writings and their societal impact.
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2 November 2020
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President Shukri al-Quwatli addressing the Syrian Parliament in 1943. Image source: Syrianhistory.com. Link >