WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Sunni believe that Muhammad had not appointed a successor and had instead intended for the Muslim community to choose a leader from among themselves. They accept the rule of Abu Bakr, who was elected at Saqifah, and that of his successors, who are together referred to as the Rashidun Caliphs.

Detailed explanation-2: -The early Shias rejected the authority of Mohammed’s successor, Abu Bakr, and backed the Prophet’s cousin and son-in-law, Ali, as Islam’s legitimate ruler.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sunni Islam Beliefs The Sunnis argue that the leader of the Islamic faith should be chosen and elected by the people and that the position is obtained through political and community agreement and that Muhammad meant for the community to have this authority or power to choose.

Detailed explanation-4: -Caliphate, the political-religious state comprising the Muslim community and the lands and peoples under its dominion in the centuries following the death (632 ce) of the Prophet Muhammad.

Detailed explanation-5: -In most circumstances in life, Muslims are urged to appoint a leader and follow him. According to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Muslims must appoint a leader during a trip, select a leader to lead the prayer, and choose a leader for other group activities.