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What are the most important fatwas regarding Islam's view of democracy, and what is the practical evidence for the failure of the idea of a democratic system, excluding evidence from the Quran and Sunnah?

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The answer to this question requires extensive research and falls outside the specialization of the Fatwa Team. You may find an article titled: "Democracy from a Western Perspective," or refer to Fatwas No. 10238 and No. 39372, or consult an Islamic library.

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