When describing the Majles, the constitution uses the term __________ rather than shari'a (divine law) to gloss over the issue of whether legislation comes from God or the people.

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The term "qanun" is used in the context of the Majles to refer to laws or legislation, which helps to navigate the complex relationship between divine law (shari'a) and laws made by human legislators. This term allows for a distinction between the divine and human sources of law without directly challenging the primacy of shari'a.

When Describing the Majles, the Constitution Uses the Term __________