According to Hazrat Umar (R.A), the new caliph should be decided by Shura within?

Explanation

When Hazrat Umar (R.A) was on his deathbed after being stabbed by Abu Lu'lu Feroz, he was approached about nominating a successor. He established a six-member Shura (consultative council) comprising the most prominent companions and instructed them to decide the next caliph within three days. This time limit was set to prevent prolonged uncertainty and discord in the Muslim community. The Shura ultimately chose Hazrat Usman (R.A) as the third caliph.

Good to know

Hazrat Umar (R.A) was fatally wounded in 23 AH (644 CE) and, rather than directly appointing a successor, he formed a six-member electoral council that included Hazrat Usman, Hazrat Ali, Hazrat Abdur Rahman bin Auf, Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqas, Hazrat Zubair bin Awwam, and Hazrat Talha (R.A). Hazrat Abdur Rahman bin Auf was appointed as the chairman of this committee. The three-day deadline reflects Hazrat Umar's concern for swift and orderly transition of leadership.

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