GM Flashcards
What is the period of the Pious Caliphs known for?
The era of the Pious Caliphs is known for the spread of Islam and the establishment of the Islamic state.
What principles is Islam based on?
Islam is based on the universal principles of peace, equality, justice, and tolerance.
Who were the Rightly Guided Caliphs?
The Rightly Guided Caliphs are known as the Khulafa-al-Rashideen.
Name the four Pious Caliphs.
- Hazrat Abu Bakr
- Hazrat Umar
- Hazrat Uthman
- Hazrat Ali
What title was given to Hazrat Abu Bakr and what does it mean?
Hazrat Abu Bakr was given the title Al-Siddiq, meaning ‘the truthful.’
In which year was Hazrat Abu Bakr elected as the first Khalifa?
Hazrat Abu Bakr was elected as the first Khalifa in 632 CE.
What challenges did Hazrat Abu Bakr face during his rule?
Hazrat Abu Bakr faced challenges such as tribal rebellions and refusal to pay zakat.
How did Hazrat Abu Bakr deal with uprisings?
Hazrat Abu Bakr dealt with uprisings with a firm yet gentle approach and unified the Arabs under his leadership.
What significant military action did Hazrat Abu Bakr undertake?
Hazrat Abu Bakr sent an army led by Hazrat Khalid bin-Waleed to defeat Musaylima al-Kazzab.
What administrative changes did Hazrat Abu Bakr implement?
Hazrat Abu Bakr divided the Muslim territory into provinces, each headed by a governor.
What was a major contribution of Hazrat Abu Bakr to the Muslim community?
The collection and compilation of the verses of the Quran into a single volume.
What characterized Hazrat Umar’s rule?
Hazrat Umar’s rule was characterized by the expansion of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula.
What title was given to Hazrat Umar and what does it mean?
Hazrat Umar was given the title Al-Farooq, meaning ‘the one who distinguishes right from wrong.’
What system did Hazrat Umar create during his rule?
Hazrat Umar crafted a system of administration that could survive anywhere and at any time in the world.
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What was one of Hazrat Umar’s significant policies regarding government officials?
He ordered that a record be kept of all officials and soldiers to ensure accountability.
What system was introduced to maintain civil order?
Civil policing system
This system was introduced alongside various welfare projects to improve social well-being.
Who divided the Muslim state into provinces?
Hazrat Umar
Hazrat Umar divided the Muslim state into provinces led by governors.
What were the provinces further divided into?
Districts
Each district was led by a Wali.
What types of projects were funded during Hazrat Umar’s reign?
Development projects
These included the construction of canals, digging wells, and building houses.
What are some notable achievements of Hazrat Umar?
- Building fleets for the Muslim army
- Law making
- Diplomacy
- Civil building works
- Free trade
- Welfare for the poor
His achievements remain unmatched in history.