Why did the caliphs demonstrate religious tolerance to Jewish and Christian people?

Caliphs generally recognized Jews and Christians as “People of the Book,” who worshipped the same God and shared a tradition of revelation with Muslims. This religious connection helps explain why they were allowed to practice their faith, often under rules and taxes set by Muslim rulers. The Five Pillars are specific to Islam, so B is not correct.

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