Correct Answer:
C. 5 Hijri
The correct answer is 5 Hijri.
The Battle of the Trench, also known as the Battle of Ahzab (Confederates), was a pivotal conflict in early Islamic history that occurred in the 5th year of Hijra (migration). A large confederate army, comprising various tribes, besieged Medina. The Muslims, under the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) strategic guidance, dug a defensive trench around the city, preventing the enemy from advancing. This innovative defense led to a prolonged stalemate and the eventual withdrawal of the enemy forces, marking a significant victory for the Muslims.
- 3 Hijri saw the Battle of Uhud.
- 4 Hijri involved minor skirmishes.
- 7 Hijri was the year of the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and the Battle of Khaybar.
Therefore, 5 Hijri is the accurate year for the Battle of the Trench.