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Khutba was

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. a sermon read in the name of the ruler at Friday prayers.
  2. a royal order.
  3. a religious decree.
  4. a tax.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: a sermon read in the name of the ruler at Friday prayers.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. a sermon read in the name of the ruler at Friday prayers. šŸ“š Explanation: In Islamic tradition, 'Khutba' refers to the formal public preaching or sermon delivered during Friday prayers and on special occasions. During the medieval period, it was a symbol of political sovereignty. Mentioning the ruler's name in the Khutba was a sign that they were the legitimate authority of the land. it was a key way for Sultans and Emperors to declare their power.