The Shortest-Reigning Sultan in the Ottoman Empire
In a recent episode of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire on ATV, a question was posed regarding the Ottoman Sultan who reigned for the shortest period of time. Contestants were challenged with the question, “Who is the sultan who reigned for the shortest time in the Ottoman Empire?”
Presented by Kenan İmirzalıoğlu, the competition sparked curiosity among viewers as they awaited the answer. The options provided to the contestants were as follows:
A) 2. Mustafa
B) 3. Selim
C) Mehmet IV
D) 5. Murad
The correct answer turned out to be Murad V, who held the shortest reign in the Ottoman Empire during the decline of the 19th century. His time on the throne lasted a mere 93 days, marking him as the Sultan who reigned for the shortest time in the empire’s history.
This revelation sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of Ottoman history and highlights the fleeting nature of power during turbulent times. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of leadership and the challenges faced by rulers throughout history.
