Which Caliph's assassination led directly to civil unrest known as the First Fitna?
A
Abu Bakr (RA)
B
Umar bin Khattab (RA)
C
Ali bin Abi Talib (RA)
D
Usman bin Affan (RA)
Correct Answer: Option D — Usman bin Affan (RA)
Explanation:
The assassination of Hazrat Usman bin Affan (RA) by rebels in 35 AH triggered the First Fitna, a period of significant political and civil unrest within the early Islamic community.