How many Caliphs did the Glorious Quran pass through before its standardization?

IRSJAMB 2015

How many Caliphs did the Glorious Quran pass through before its standardization?

  • A. six
  • B. four
  • C. three
  • D. two

Correct Answer: C. three

Explanation

Abubakar, Umar then Uthman As the Islamic Empire began to grow, and differing recitations were heard in far-flung areas, the Quran was recompiled for uniformity in recitation (r. 644-56). under the direction of the third caliph - Uthman ibn Affan. For this reason, the Qur'an as it exists today is also known as the Uthmanic codex.

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