Who was the first Caliph of Islam after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Islamic Studies MCQ checks one syllabus fact. Candidates use it for PPSC Lecturer, FPSC CSS practice.
The question is: “Who was the first Caliph of Islam after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?”
The accepted answer is B. Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA). Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA) was elected as the first Rightly Guided Caliph (Khulafa-e-Rashideen) after the Prophet's death in 11 AH. His caliphate lasted about two years.
- A. Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)
Why not A: Umar (RA) was the second Caliph.
- B. Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA) ✓
- C. Uthman ibn Affan (RA)
Why not C: Uthman (RA) was the third Caliph.
- D. Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA)
Why not D: Ali (RA) was the fourth Caliph.
Correct answer
B. Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA)
Explanation
Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA) was elected as the first Rightly Guided Caliph (Khulafa-e-Rashideen) after the Prophet's death in 11 AH. His caliphate lasted about two years.
Source: Islamic history — Khulafa-e-Rashideen
Tags: Seerah, Islamic History
Relevant exams: PPSC Lecturer, FPSC CSS
Submitted by: MCQsHub Editorial
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