STRENGTHENING THE 3R (ROYAL, RELIGION, RACE) FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF MAQASID SYARIAH: BASED ON THE ARCHIEVEMENT OF IPNAS2022

Malaysia, a country composed of diverse ethnicities and religions, inevitably faces challenges in achieving unity and harmony. Three crucial aspects that must be safeguarded are religion, the monarchy, and race (commonly referred to as the 3R issues: Religion, Royalty, and Race). The National Unity Index has released a report and developed a strategic roadmap that will be implemented until 2023. Five key strategic pillars have been outlined to foster a more harmonious Malaysia. This paper focuses on the three major concerns—3R (Religion, Royalty, and Race)—and proposes strengthening the action plan through the concept of Maqasid Syariah. Maqasid Syariah itself is a framework that promotes inclusivity and prioritizes harmony among human beings. By upholding the preservation of religion, life, intellect, dignity, and wealth, balance and priority can be maintained in an organized manner. This study employs a library-based research approach, analyzing documents and the perspectives of contemporary scholars on 3R issues, particularly in Malaysia. The findings suggest that by understanding the concept of Maqasid Syariah, all citizens can contribute to mutual care and responsibility, especially concerning 3R-related matters.