HRMARS - This study examines the role of Maqasid al-Shari’ah, the higher objectives of Islamic law, in developing digital services for people of determination, amidst the rapid expansion of digital technology and smart societies. Digital services have become foundational across educational, healthcare, social, and economic sectors, necessitating digital environments that accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities to ensure equal access and independent, secure social participation. The research aims to clarify the relationship between Maqasid al-Shari’ah and the principles of digital inclusion by exploring how these objectives support the development of accessible digital frameworks. It analyzes the concept of Maqasid al-Shari’ah in promoting human welfare, alongside contemporary digital services and assistive technologies designed for individuals with disabilities. The findings indicate that shari’ah objectives, specifically the preservation of life, intellect, wealth, and human dignity, closely align with the goals of comprehensive digital transformation, as modern technology enhances quality of life, autonomy, and social integration for people of determination. The study demonstrates that advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, smart applications, and assistive digital media, serve as effective tools for facilitating access to education, healthcare, government services, and financial systems. However, the paper identifies several challenges, such as suboptimal digital accessibility, high costs of assistive technologies, and a lack of institutional awareness regarding universal digital design. The study emphasizes the necessity of developing supportive policies and legislations for digital inclusion, while fostering collaboration among governmental, technical, and educational institutions to construct an equitable, sustainable digital environment aligned with humanitarian principles and Maqasid al-Shari’ah.
Alshamsi et al. (Sat,) studied this question.