Islamic Studies
Caliphate & Rulers: From the Rightly Guided Caliphs to the Ottoman Caliphate
Which Rightly Guided Caliph had the SHORTEST reign?
Explanation
Abu Bakr (RA) ruled for 2 years and 3 months (11–13 AH), the shortest reign.
Reference: Islamic Studies - Caliphate & Rulers
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