Who was appointed as the first Caliph after the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?

Explanation

After the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in 11 AH, the Muslim community faced the urgent question of leadership. At the gathering of Saqifa Bani Sa'ida, the Ansar and Muhajirun deliberated, and Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (R.A.) was unanimously chosen as the first Khalifah (Caliph) of Islam. His selection was based on his closeness to the Prophet (PBUH), his seniority in Islam, and the Prophet's indication of him leading the prayers during his final illness. His caliphate lasted about two years and was marked by the consolidation of the Islamic state and the compilation of the Quran.

Good to know

Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (R.A.) was the closest companion of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and the first adult male to accept Islam. He was given the title "Al-Siddiq" (the Truthful) because he immediately confirmed the truth of the Prophet's (PBUH) Night Journey (Miraj). His caliphate (632–634 CE / 11–13 AH) is known for the Ridda Wars against apostate tribes and the commencement of the compilation of the Holy Quran into a single book form under the supervision of Zayd bin Thabit (R.A.).

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