Which Islamic trading kingdom, founded in late 15th-century Central Java by Raden Patah with the backing of the Wali Sanga, was the first Muslim sultanate on Java?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Demak Sultanate
- Step 1: Demak was established around 1478 along the northern coast of Java. Step 2. Under Raden Patah, Pati Unus, and Sultan Trenggana, Demak built the Great Mosque of Demak (Masjid Agung Demak) and catalyzed the spread of Islam across Java. Answer: Demak Sultanate. Why not the others: Pajang succeeded Demak; Mataram Islam followed Pajang.
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