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During the era of which Caliph did Hazrat Sauda (R.A) pass away?

  1. A.Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A)
  2. B.Hazrat Umar (R.A)Correct answer
  3. C.Hazrat Usman (R.A)
  4. D.Hazrat Ali (R.A)

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Quick fact: Hazrat Sauda (R.A) passed away during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (R.A).

Explanation

Hazrat Sauda bint Zam'ah (R.A) was the second wife of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), whom he married after the death of Hazrat Khadija (R.A). She was known for her piety, generosity, and good humor. She lived a long life and passed away in Medina during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (R.A), around 54 AH according to some narrations, though most authentic sources place her death during Umar's reign.

Good to know

Hazrat Sauda (R.A) was a widow of Sakran bin Amr when the Prophet (PBUH) married her in Shawwal of the 10th year of Prophethood, before the Hijrah. She was among the early converts to Islam and had migrated to Abyssinia with her first husband. She is also known for willingly giving up her night turn to Hazrat Aisha (R.A) when she grew older, demonstrating her selflessness and concern for the Prophet's happiness.

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