Authors argue that theoretically, Zakat can promote the higher objectives of a country’s economy. The imposition of Zakat on the assets and business of Muzakki provided the conditions of the haul and nisab have been met encourages the productivity of Muzakki. It urges them to be productive and prudent in their investments. It triggers an increase in labour supply and investments. Zakat transfer leads to higher consumption and spending which is good for the businesses and economy.
Zakat and Protection of Poor from Inflation
Zakat helps poor to meet their essential needs even in an inflationary environment. Contrarily, higher indirect taxation results in inflation. However, Ushr, which is a form of Zakat would produce results otherwise by helping poor and needy people who are affected the most from inflation.
Monetarists, Monetary Policy and Morality
The monetary policy until today is conducted without paying any heed to the socioeconomic consequences. Despite the fact that central banks usually have very strong research wings and they are equipped with lots of resources, it is rare to find a study administered by central banks and relating the monetary policy to the socioeconomic indicators except for employment and growth.
مرکزی بینک کی خودمختاری: موجود مواقف کا تجزیہ
اس مختصر مضمون میں ایک آزاد مرکزی بینک کے حق میں اور خلاف میں دلائل پیش کرنے کی کوشش کی گئی ہے تاکہ لوگ اس مسئلے کے بارے میں باخبر رائے قائم کر سکیں۔
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