Diat System Application Model In Reality in Malaysia: A Case Study of Road Accidents

10.2478/bjlp-2023-0000032

Abstract

Accidents have been unavoidable throughout the ages. It can happen to anyone unexpectedly, whether by negligence or not. Accidents usually bring losses to the victim, especially if they lead to injury or death. Islam, as a religion of revelation, provides a unique accident compensation mechanism called diat. It is conceptually a comprehensive and unprejudiced accident compensation system characterised by punishment and compensation. Punishment applies to the offender, and compensation applies to the victim. Understanding the concept of diat is critical, especially in acknowledging the social responsibility outlined by Islam in its execution process. This paper intends to examine the concept and development of the time-tracking system and discuss the implementation model of this system in modern life, especially in Malaysia. The data obtained was based on a qualitative study through document analysis, expert interviews and observation. The researcher analysed data descriptively and comparatively. The implementation model described is conceptual because it has yet to be practised in the modern world. The study results established that this system is efficient in contemporary society and complies with the principle of justice. Accordingly, the researcher recommends that the government, as a regulator, specify a particular body (diat committee) that will manage matters related to compensation and introduce diat takaful insurance. The government must also improve legislation to allow this system to operate comprehensively.