Who was the first Caliph of Islam after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- A. Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)
- B. Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA) ✓
- C. Uthman ibn Affan (RA)
- D. Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA)
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.