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The standardization and compilation of the Holy Quran into a single, authoritative Mushaf to resolve dialectal differences was primarily undertaken during the caliphate of which Companion?

A Abu Bakr as-Siddiq
B Umar ibn al-Khattab
C Uthman ibn Affan
D Ali ibn Abi Talib

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

While the initial compilation of the Quran into a single volume (Mushaf) occurred during Abu Bakr's caliphate, it was Uthman ibn Affan (RA) who ordered the standardization of the Mushaf to ensure uniformity and prevent disputes over different recitations.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The standardization and compilation of the Holy Quran into a single, authoritative Mushaf to resolve dialectal differences was primarily undertaken during the caliphate of which Companion?" is Option C: Uthman ibn Affan.

The other options — A) Abu Bakr as-Siddiq, B) Umar ibn al-Khattab, D) Ali ibn Abi Talib — are incorrect for this Islamic Studies question. As explained above: While the initial compilation of the Quran into a single volume (Mushaf) occurred during Abu Bakr's caliphate, it was Uthman ibn Affan (RA) who ordered the standardization of the Mushaf to ensure uni…

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