Question

Which statement is an accurate reflection of a Shi’a belief?

The Shi’a believed the Umayyad had no right to rule the Muslim community.
The Shi’a believed they were experts at interpreting the words of the Qur’an.
The Shi’a believed any Muslim was capable of leading daily prayer.
The Shi’a believed leaders should be chosen only by the Muslim community.

Answer 1

The Shi’a believed the Umayyad had no right to rule the Muslim community.

They held that leadership (the imamate) belonged to Ali and his descendants (the Prophet’s family, Ahl al‑Bayt) and therefore rejected the legitimacy of the Umayyad caliphs.