Tavakkoly
Tavakkoly, also known as Tavakkol, is a concept in Islamic jurisprudence that refers to the right of a Muslim ruler to rule according to his own interpretation of Islamic law, even if it contradicts the views of the majority of scholars. The term is derived from the Arabic words "tavakkal," meaning "dependence" or "reliance," and "al," meaning "on." It is often associated with the Safavid dynasty in Iran, where it was used to justify the rule of the Shahs.
The concept of Tavakkoly emerged in the 16th century during a period of religious and political turmoil
Tavakkoly was a controversial concept, as it challenged the traditional authority of the ulama and the idea