When Hijrah started?

Correct answer: A. 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal of 13th year of Nabawat

  • A. 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal of 13th year of Nabawat
  • B. 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal of 12th year of Nabawat
  • C. 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal of 14th year of Nabawat
  • D. 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal of 10th year of Nabawat

Explanation

In the conventional seerah dating used in examinations, the Prophet's Hijrah began in the thirteenth year of Prophethood and is associated with 12 Rabi al-Awwal. More precise historical timelines distinguish the departure from Makkah on 27 Safar from the arrival in Madinah on 12 Rabi al-Awwal.

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