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).

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