In classical Sunni political theory, establishing an imam or caliph is generally regarded as:
Correct answer: A. A collective obligation on the Muslim community
- A. A collective obligation on the Muslim community
- B. A private choice left entirely to each household
- C. A duty limited to merchants and landowners
- D. A temporary practice used only during wartime
Explanation
Classical Sunni jurists generally view the establishment of an imam as a collective obligation, because political authority is needed to maintain order and protect the community. It is not presented as a private household decision or as a wartime-only institution.
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