Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-20
Who among the following was chosen as the first Caliph of Islam after the demise of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Saqifah Bani Sa'idah?
A) Umar ibn al-Khattab
B) Abu Bakr as-Siddiq
C) Uthman ibn Affan
D) Ali ibn Abi Talib
Explanation
Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA) was elected as the first Caliph in Saqifah Bani Sa'idah, marking the beginning of the Rashidun Caliphate and the first successor to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).