Who is considered the fifth righteous caliph in Islamic history?

Explanation

Hazrat Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz (R.A), also known as Umar II, was an Umayyad caliph who ruled from 717 to 720 CE. His reign was marked by justice, piety, and reforms that closely resembled the era of the Rashidun Caliphate. Because of his exceptional character, adherence to Islamic principles, and fair governance, many Islamic scholars and historians have honored him with the title of the "Fifth Righteous Caliph" (Khamis al-Khulafa al-Rashidun), placing him in the same esteemed category as the first four caliphs.

Good to know

Hazrat Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz was the great-grandson of Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (R.A) through his mother's lineage. He was appointed as the governor of Madina before becoming the caliph. Among his notable reforms were the restoration of unlawfully seized properties, the establishment of justice for non-Muslim subjects, and the compilation of Hadith. His caliphate, though lasting only about two and a half years, is regarded as a golden period that revived the spirit of Khilafat-e-Rashida.

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