Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-26

The initial Muslim advantage in the Battle of Uhud was reversed primarily due to the disobedience of which specific group of soldiers?

A) The cavalry
B) The archers
C) The infantry
D) The standard-bearers

Explanation

The archers stationed on Jabal Rumat (Mount of Archers) descended from their positions prematurely to collect spoils, exposing the Muslim rear to a counter-attack by Khalid ibn Walid's cavalry.

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