ANSWER:

No problem in standing up for yourself if there is a need for that.

Abu Bakr didn’t stand for himself rather he insulted the man as he insulted him and this is why the Prophet salla Allahu alaihi wa sallam left.

Is it okay to talk back for the sake of self respect during arguments with loved ones or close friends or any stranger or Anyone? Whenever I fall in these type situations I restrain myself from standing up for myself because this particular story hits my mind- A man reviled Abu Bakr in the presence of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Prophet remained seated. He looked