Aims, Scope & Objectives

About Al-Asr International Research Journal of Islamic Studies

Al-Asr International Research Journal of Islamic Studies, based in Lahore, Pakistan, is a prestigious academic journal dedicated to high-quality scholarly contributions in the field of Islamic Studies. It serves as a reputable platform for authors, faculty members, and researchers to publish analytical, objective, and—when needed—critical work on the Qur’an, Sunnah, Sirah, Islamic Law, and Jurisprudence.

✨ Important Update: The journal is now officially accredited and approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan after fulfilling all quality assurance criteria.

Published since 2020 by Al-Irfan Research Center (SMC-Private) Limited, the journal offers both print and online access to high-quality peer-reviewed scholarly materials.

Mission & Objectives

The primary objective of Al-Asr is to promote rigorous academic research in the domains of Arts and Humanities, with a special focus on Islamic and religious studies. The journal aims to:

• Provide a platform for scholars, researchers, and students to publish their research.
• Highlight Islamic concepts through a modern, scholarly lens.
• Address contemporary issues using guidance from the Qur’an and Sunnah.
• Promote harmony, tolerance, social justice, and universal brotherhood.
• Bridge classical Islamic thought with modern academic discourse.

Scope of the Journal

Al-Asr welcomes multidisciplinary scholarly contributions from researchers and practitioners across various fields of Humanities and Social Sciences. The journal encourages cross-cultural academic exploration, innovation, and collaboration.