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For what purpose did Al-Hajjaj introduce a uniform version of the Quran?
To ensure accurate recitation
To propagate a certain interpretation
To establish religious unity
To promote literacy
Answer
Al-Hajjaj introduced a uniform version of the Quran to establish religious unity. He did this by collecting all of the different versions of the Quran that were in circulation at the time and having them copied into a single book. This book was then distributed throughout the Islamic world and became the standard version of the Quran.
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