MISCONCEPTIONS OF THE "ISLAMIC STATE"

Abstract Since 9/11 attack, Islamic terms are being misused by Western intellectuals. Among them , the term “ Islamic State” is highly misused. As if Islamic state means a state of fundamentalism and terrorism. This is not the right interpretation of Islamic state. Islam ruled half of the world, and a civilization developed based on Islamic state. The western narrative of Islamic state is highly problematic, and it can create confusion among future generation . This research uses qualitative methodology. The research finds s that there are numerous misconceptions around the idea of Islamic State. This research suggests that the definition of Islamic State should be defined by Muslim intellectuals and should understand the concept of Islamic State in light of history of Islamic civilization. Keywords: Islamic State, misconception, Western Narrative, Radicalism, Islam