The total number of takbirat in the first rak'ah of salatul Eid is

A.

9

B.

7

C.

6

D.

5

Correct answer is C

The total number of Takbirat in the first rakat of Salatul Eid is six.
Eid Salat consists of two 'Rakats' (prescribed movements and words during prayer) and six 'Takbirs' (praising God). But first, Muslims will make the Niyyah (intention) simply by conceiving an intent in their hearts to make the salah.