Unilorin Post-UTME Islamic Religious Studies 2021 (Model questions) Question 8

Question 8

Caliphate and Islamic History

The main aim of arbitration at Adruh was to

  1. A.put an end to the civil war
  2. B.expand the frontiers of Islam
  3. C.decentralize the activities of the Caliph
  4. D.move the capital of Islam to Kufah
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (put an end to the civil war)

Explanation

After the battle of Siffin, Ali and Mu'awiyah agreed to arbitration at Adhruh to end the fighting between Muslims.