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The Historic Transition of Leadership: How Uthman ibn Affan Became the Third Caliph of Islam

After the fatal attack on Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA), the Muslim world stood at a critical crossroads. In a historic move, Umar (RA) initiated one of the earliest electoral councils in Islamic history to select the next Caliph—rejecting dynastic rule and choosing a process rooted in Shura (consultation). This powerful narrative reveals how Uthman ibn Affan (RA) was chosen as the third Caliph, through a deeply thoughtful and inclusive decision-making process involving senior companions, women, youth, and even servants—setting a global precedent for leadership based on justice, humility, and public opinion.

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