أثر تطبيق فريضة الزكاة على المالية العامة للمجتمعات الإسلامية المعاصرة

Abstract EN

This Paper addresses the potential impacts of the application of alms (zakat) in a contemporary Muslim society on public finances of the state.

The importance of this paper is that it deals with the analysis of alms as a distinct resource supported by the financial organization that would contribute to the provision of additional financial resources which promote the general revenues of the state.

It also highlights the ability of alms to ensure coverage of some compulsory aspects of public expenditure of the state.

(This expenditure is usually funded through state revenues from taxes.) This makes it capable of performing its role as an effective tool in the allocation of resources, and reducing the burdens on the state budget, which contribute to the achievement of fiscal balance and social harmony.