HISTORY
THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA
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expansion of the Islamic Empire, like the Abassid Caliphate
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trade routes & Merchants
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forced conversion and mass genocide
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -It is now apparent that conversion by force, while not unknown in Muslim countries, was, in fact, rare. Muslim conquerors ordinarily wished to dominate rather than convert, and most conversions to Islam were voluntary.
Detailed explanation-2: -Islam came to India in the 10th century when the Ghaznavids, a Turkic tribe, annexed the area now known as Punjab. By 1200, Muslim warlords had conquered much of northern India, and by 1206 had founded the Delhi Sultanate with its capital at Delhi.
Detailed explanation-3: -With full Muslim control of the western half of the Silk Road by mid-8th century, any long-distance exchange had to traverse Muslim lands, giving trade a central role in the further propagation of the religion. Muslim merchants carried the message of Islam wherever they traveled.
Detailed explanation-4: -Profession of Faith (shahada). The belief that “There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God” is central to Islam. Prayer (salat). Alms (zakat). Fasting (sawm). Pilgrimage (hajj).