Yarubids Dynasty and Imam Nasser
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What was one of the main achievements of the Yarubids dynasty during its rule?

  • Development of the first Omani constitution
  • Expelling the Portuguese from coastal strongholds (correct)
  • Establishing a land army for defense
  • Introduction of democratic governance

    • Which period did the Yarubids dynasty rule Oman?

  • 1624 to 1742 AD (correct)
  • 1700 to 1800 AD
  • 1550 to 1624 AD
  • 1600 to 1650 AD

    • What aspect of Oman did the Yarubids significantly improve during their reign?

  • Maritime power (correct)
  • Military infrastructure
  • Its cultural heritage
  • Religious freedom

    • What was the political status of Oman prior to the rise of the Yarubids dynasty?

    <p>Suffering from political disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions did the Yarubids establish long-lasting settlements?

    <p>Zanzibar and Mombasa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who amended the document in November 2024?

    <p>Dr. Mubarak Al Quraini</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the Yarubids' expulsion of the Portuguese?

    <p>To eliminate foreign influence in Oman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the collapse of the Yarubids state?

    <p>Internal power struggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for attacking the Portuguese at their coastal fortresses starting in Sohar?

    <p>Imam.Nasser bin Murshid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I successfully liberate Muscat and Matrah from the Portuguese?

    <p>1650 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant building did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I construct during his leadership?

    <p>Nizwa Fort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which islands did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I incorporate into Omani authority?

    <p>Zanzibar and Mombasa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the head of the tribe known as Sheikh in the context of Oman?

    <p>The tribal prince or king</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Imam Nasser bin Murshid begin his rule?

    <p>1624 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Imam.Belarab bin Sultan known for during his governance?

    <p>Cultural development and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first area that Imam Nasser aimed to unite internally?

    <p>Rustaq</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period did Imam.Belarab bin Sultan serve as an Imam?

    <p>1679-1692 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years did it take Imam Nasser to reunify Oman?

    <p>10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Imam.Nasser bin Murshid take when the siege against the Portuguese prolonged?

    <p>Built a fort against the Portuguese castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary challenge Imam Nasser faced after gaining the Imamate?

    <p>Internal conflict and family opposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I drove the Portuguese out from which geographical region?

    <p>East Coast of India and East Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Sheikh Khamis bin Said Al-Shaqsi play in establishing Imam Nasser's leadership?

    <p>He presented Imam Nasser as a candidate for the Imamate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region was NOT mentioned as a part of Imam Nasser's internal unification efforts?

    <p>Salalah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the age of Imam Nasser when he received the Imamate?

    <p>21 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred between Belarab and Saif ibn Sultan?

    <p>Saif besieged Belarab in his castle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Imam Belarab prefer to die in the face of conflict with his brother?

    <p>He preferred to die rather than fight his brother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the major accomplishments of Imam Saif bin Sultan during his leadership?

    <p>He secured a decisive victory in Mombasa after a lengthy siege.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did Imam Saif bin Sultan's reign last?

    <p>19 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In his efforts against the Portuguese, how many men did Imam Saif bin Sultan send to Mombasa?

    <p>3,000 men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the siege of Mombasa Fort led by Imam Saif bin Sultan?

    <p>The siege lasted 33 months, ending in Omani victory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What infrastructure improvement did Imam Saif bin Sultan contribute to during his leadership?

    <p>He dug more than 15 new Falajs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is Imam Saif bin Sultan buried?

    <p>In Al Rustaq</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant criticism of Imam Sultan bin Saif II's leadership?

    <p>He was criticized for waste and misuse of public funds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fort did Imam Sultan bin Saif II construct during his reign?

    <p>Araad Fort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the conflict on power after the death of Sultan bin Saif II?

    <p>His eldest son was too young to assume leadership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was elected Imam after Sultan bin Saif II?

    <p>Muhanna bin Sultan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which location was significant for the election of the new Imam?

    <p>Nizwa Fort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue arose regarding the election of Saif bin Sultan?

    <p>He was too young to assume leadership in the Imamate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the downfall of Muhanna bin Sultan after his election?

    <p>An attack from Yarub bin Belarab forced him to abandon Imamate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the nature of the election of Muhanna bin Sultan?

    <p>Majority decision without full tribal consensus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of Muhanna bin Sultan after seeking protection from Yarub bin Bel'arab?

    <p>Yarub bin Bel’arab put him in prison until he died.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did the people of Al-Rustaq choose as their leader after rejecting Yarub bin Bel'arab?

    <p>Saif bin Sultan II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the civil war among Omani tribes?

    <p>Objections to the authority of Balarab bin Nasser and Saif bin Sultan II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did the civil war between the factions of Hinawi and Ghafiri last?

    <p>20 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Saif bin Sultan II officially assume the Imamate from Yarub bin Bel'arab?

    <p>18</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the two main leaders in the civil war among the Omani tribes?

    <p>Muhammad bin Nasser and Khalaf bin Mubarak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Balarab bin Nasser take in response to Yarub bin Bel'arab's authority?

    <p>He prepared an attack with Bani Hanah.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Yarub bin Bel'arab's rule over the Imamate?

    <p>He eventually gave up Imamate to Saif bin Sultan II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Yarubids Dynasty

    • Ruled Oman from 1624 to 1742 AD
    • Known for expelling Portuguese from coastal strongholds in Muscat
    • Unified Oman
    • Improved agriculture
    • Expanded trade
    • Developed Oman into a major maritime power
    • Established settlements in East Africa (Zanzibar, Mombasa)

    Status of Oman Before 1624 AD

    • Oman experienced political disorder for five centuries
    • Diverse tribes held authority, led by a Sheikh/king/prince
    • Portuguese occupied coastal areas

    Imam Nasser bin Murshid

    • Founder of the Yarubids state
    • Ruled from 1624 to 1649 AD (25 years)
    • Chosen as a candidate and supported by Sheikh Khamis bin Said Al-Shaqsi
    • Became Imam by agreement between scholars and Omani dignitaries
    • Initially only 21 years old
    • Faced internal conflict, uniting the country (Rustaq to Dahrah Governorate)
    • Also faced external threats from Portuguese, culminating in a siege and the construction of a castle in Sohar.
    • Passed away in 1649 AD

    External Invaders

    • Imam Nasser faced Portuguese, starting in Sohar
    • Attacked coastal fortresses
    • Constructed a castle against Portuguese castle in 1643 AD
    • Subdued Portuguese but did not complete this task before his death (1649 AD)

    Imam Sultan bin Saif-I

    • Ruled from 1649 to 1679 AD (30 years)
    • Military leader under Imam Nasser bin Murshid
    • Known for wisdom and bravery
    • Liberated Muscat and Matrah from Portuguese in January 1650 AD
    • Drove Portuguese out of East Africa and liberated Kilwa, Bata, Zanzibar and Mombasa
    • Officially integrated those areas into Oman
    • Built Nizwa Fort Al-shahba

    Imam Belarab bin Sultan

    • Ruled from 1679 to 1692 AD (13 years)
    • Became governor of Muscat after his father
    • Elected governor of Al Rustaq by consensus
    • Moved from Nizwa to Jibren and built a castle there
    • Interested in development and education
    • Established libraries and schools
    • Made his castle a school with ~50 graduates

    Conflict on Power (Yarubids State)

    • Conflict over leadership after Sultan bin Saif II's death
    • Eldest son was too young (12 years old)
    • Another candidate (Muhanna bin Sultan) was elected facing opposition (Yarub bin Belarab)
    • This caused a civil war of 20 years.
    • Leader Yarub bin Belarab was defeated, and Sultan ibn Saif became Imam

    External Assistance (Nader Shah)

    • Following the death of Muhammad bin Nasser Al Ghafri in battle, Saif ibn Sultan II was elected Imam again, but opposition led to Persia's Nader Shah attacking Oman and controlling it from Jilfar to Sohar in 1743 AD.
    • Sultan bin Murshid was killed and the Yarubid state fell into weakness and disorder

    External Assistance (Merza Khan)

    • Saif bin Sultan II again appealed for assistance from Merza Muhameed Taqee Khan, who took the opportunity to occupy Oman, and could control it from Jilfar to Sohar in 1743 AD.
    • Sultan bin Murshid was killed in a battle in Sohar and the Yarubids State ended weakly and in disorder.

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    Explore the significant impact of the Yarubids Dynasty on Oman from 1624 to 1742 AD, highlighting its key figures like Imam Nasser bin Murshid. Understand the unification of Oman, the expulsion of the Portuguese, and the advancements in agriculture and trade. This quiz delves into the political landscape before the Yarubids and the establishment of maritime power.

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