Which battle took place during Ali’s (RA) caliphate against Muawiyah (RA), reflecting the growing political division within the Muslim community?
ABattle of Yamama
BBattle of the Camel
CBattle of Siffin
DBattle of Karbala
Explanation
– The Battle of Siffin took place during Ali’s (RA) caliphate against the forces of Muawiyah (RA), reflecting the deepening political divisions within the early Muslim community following the assassination of Uthman (RA).
– The battle ultimately concluded through arbitration rather than a decisive military outcome.
– For exams, remember that the Battle of the Camel, fought earlier during Ali’s caliphate, involved conflict with a coalition that included Aisha (RA), Talha (RA), and Zubair (RA).
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Khulafa-e-Rashideen
- Subtopic: Ali

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