Question

Which of the following statements are true regarding the Free Officers Movement in Libya?

• A. They overthrew the monarchy through a bloodless revolution.
• B. Libya was declared as Socialist Libyan Arab Republic.
• C. A new governing body called Revolutionary Country Council came into existence.
• D. Gaddafi became the chairman of RCC.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A They overthrew the monarchy through a bloodless revolution.
B Libya was declared as Socialist Libyan Arab Republic.
D Gaddafi became the chairman of RCC.

Twelve members from the Free Officers Movement formed a body called the RCC or the Revolutionary Command Council. They wanted to develop Libya as a modern egalitarian state and follow the basic tenets of Islam.