What was the primary reason for the initial setback faced by the Muslim army in the Battle

A) Lack of numerical strength compared to the enemy

B) Disobedience of the archers to Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) instructions

C) Surprise attack by the Quraysh cavalry from the front

D) Shortage of provisions and water during the battle

Explanation

The archers stationed on Mount Uhud abandoned their positions to collect war booty, allowing Khalid bin Walid (then a polytheist) to attack the Muslim rear, turning the tide of the battle.

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What was the primary reason for the initial setback faced by the Muslim army in the Battle of Uhud?

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