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Hazrat Hasan ibn Ali (R.A.), the beloved grandson of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and the elder son of Hazrat Ali (R.A.) and Hazrat Fatimah (R.A.), became the fifth Khalifa after the martyrdom of his father Hazrat Ali (R.A.) in 40 A.H. He was known for his piety, wisdom, and devotion to unity within the Muslim Ummah.

According to authentic historical sources, Hazrat Hasan (R.A.) remained Khalifa for a period of approximately six months. During this time, he faced great challenges, particularly the political and military tensions between his followers in Iraq and the supporters of Hazrat Muawiyah (R.A.) in Syria.

Hazrat Hasan (R.A.) recognized that continuing conflict would lead to bloodshed among Muslims. Out of his immense wisdom and commitment to peace, he chose to abdicate the Khilafat in favor of Hazrat Muawiyah (R.A.). This event is remembered as Sulh-e-Hasan (Treaty of Hasan), a landmark in Islamic history. His abdication prevented large-scale internal war and maintained the unity of the Muslim Ummah.

The Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) had foretold this when he once looked at young Hasan (R.A.) and said:
"This son of mine is a sayyid (chief), and perhaps Allah will bring reconciliation through him between two great parties of Muslims." (Sahih al-Bukhari)

Thus, Hazrat Hasan’s (R.A.) Khilafat lasted for 6 months, after which he lived a life of worship, teaching, and service to Islam until his passing in 50 A.H.

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  Hazrat Hasan (R.A.) = Elder grandson of Prophet (S.A.W.).

  
  


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  Became Khalifa after Hazrat Ali (R.A.) in 40 A.H.

  
  


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  Ruled for 6 months, not 12–15.

  
  


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  Known for Sulh-e-Hasan (Treaty of Peace).

  
  


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  His leadership prevented further Muslim bloodshed.