The Maliki School is one of the four major Sunni Islamic schools of jurisprudence, founded by the scholar Malik ibn Anas in the 8th century. It emphasizes the practices of the people of Medina as a primary source of law, alongside the Qur'an and Hadith. This school is known for its flexibility and adaptability to local customs. The Maliki School is predominantly followed in regions such as North Africa, parts of West Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. Its teachings focus on community consensus and the importance of public interest, making it relevant to contemporary legal issues in Muslim societies.