Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory

In the constitutional frameworks of modern states, the protection of the family holds a significant place among the state’s positive obligations. Resolving family disputes through conciliatory methods is considered within the scope of this obligation, as it both promotes social harmony and strengthe...

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Main Author: Muhammed Mansur Karadağ
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Language:Arabic
Published: Istanbul University Press 2024-12-01
Series:Darulfunun Ilahiyat
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Online Access:https://cdn.istanbul.edu.tr/file/JTA6CLJ8T5/4A0AA2EF1EB746179F2B5DF96930EEA3
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description In the constitutional frameworks of modern states, the protection of the family holds a significant place among the state’s positive obligations. Resolving family disputes through conciliatory methods is considered within the scope of this obligation, as it both promotes social harmony and strengthens the institution of the family. Indeed, many countries today have enacted regulations that enable the resolution of family disputes through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, thereby developing effective mechanisms in this field. In Turkish legal history, from the Mecelle-i Ahkâm-ı Adliyye to the present, alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration have been employed to establish social harmony and conciliatory justice. This study examines the historical evolution of these methods, assesses their applicability in family law, and offers solutions to contemporary legal challenges based on past experiences. Uncovering the historical roots of family mediation and arbitration systems is crucial for identifying shortcomings in past practises and developing an effective resolution model by addressing these deficiencies. Accordingly, alternative dispute resolution methods in Turkish legal history are categorized and analyzed under three main headings: judicial mediation, mediation-arbitration, and direct mediation. Finally, the contributions and shortcomings of these methods to the legal system from the Mecelle era to the present are evaluated, and a model draft law for resolving family disputes is proposed.
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Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
Darulfunun Ilahiyat
islamic law
conciliatory proceedings
islah al-bayn
med-arb
access-to-justice
title Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
title_full Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
title_fullStr Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
title_full_unstemmed Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
title_short Family Mediation in Turkish Legal History from Mecelle to Present: An Analysis in the Context of Conciliatory Justice Theory
title_sort family mediation in turkish legal history from mecelle to present an analysis in the context of conciliatory justice theory
topic islamic law
conciliatory proceedings
islah al-bayn
med-arb
access-to-justice
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