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GST 112 Islam in Nigeria Objective Question

Question

Islam in Hausaland was aggressively promoted in the 15th century by _________
Options
A Sarki Yaji
B Sarki Rumfa
Correct Answer
C Abdul Karim Al-Maghilli
D Sarki Mohammed
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to Study Session 6, a significant milestone in the Islamization of Hausaland was achieved during the reign of Sarki Rumfa (1463-1499). He requested the famous Algerian scholar, Abdul Karim Al-Maghili, to prepare a treatise for him to facilitate his administration, which shows his aggressive promotion of the religion.

Hint

Focus on the specific rulers mentioned in the Hausaland section of the Islam module.

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