What is the historical origin celebrated annually on December 18 as Qatar's National Day?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani succeeding his father in 1878
- Step 1: In 2007, Emiri Decree designated December 18 as Qatar National Day.
- Step 2: The date commemorates December 18, 1878, when Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani succeeded his father Sheikh Mohammed bin Thani as ruler of Qatar.
- Step 3: Sheikh Jassim's reign united the local tribes and established the foundation of the modern sovereign state.
Answer
Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani succeeding his father in 1878.
Why not the others: National Day marks Sheikh Jassim's succession in 1878; independence, the 1868 treaty and Al Wajbah are other events with other dates.
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