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652 Islamiat questions from past papers, each with the answer, a quick fact and an explanation, grouped by topic. These Islamiat past paper MCQs are taken from PPSC, FPSC and other one-paper competitive exams, compiled from unofficial resources.
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Fundamentals of Islam
47 MCQsFundamentals of Islam in Islamic Studies
Hajj
- The Hajj pilgrims are required to wear Ihram at a location known as?
- Ziarat-e-Tawaf is considered to be what in Islamic rituals?
- Which is the oldest and largest mosque in the world?
- How many camels did the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) sacrifice during the occasion of Hajj?
- If a person is unable to perform the sacrifice (Qurbani) during Hajj, what alternative action is prescribed?
- In which location is the major ritual of staying during Hajj performed?
- What is the name of the cover of the Ka'aba?
- Which pillar of Islam is believed to wash away sins like water?
- Hajj becomes obligatory on individuals under what condition?
- To remain in which location is the most crucial part of performing Hajj?
- Which part of the Hajj pilgrimage is considered the most important?
- What is the 5th pillar of Islam?
- What is the act of kissing the Black Stone in the Kaaba known as?
- Ziarat-e-Tawaf is considered what type of act in Islam?
- Tawaf Al-Qudum is considered to be what in the context of Hajj?
Kalma & Faith
Miscellaneous
Risalat
Salat
- Salat-e-Kasoof is offered during which astronomical event?
- Which prayer is performed after twilight and before dawn?
- According to Hadith, at what age should a child be taught Salah (Namaz)?
- What is the term for shortening one's prayer while on a journey in Islam?
- The word uttered before starting the Namaz is called what?
- What is the meaning of Taraweeh in Islam?
Saum
Tauheed
Zakat
- How many categories (Masarif) are there for the distribution of Zakat according to Islamic teachings?
- What is the obligation of paying usher when crops are destroyed due to a disaster?
- What is the Nisab of zakat for gold?
- What does the term 'Zakat' mean in its literal sense?
- Nisab of zakat for gold is set at how many tolas?
- Which pillar of Islam is compared to water extinguishing fire due to its ability to remove sins?
- If a person pays Zakat as Rs. 8500, what is the total amount of their wealth?
Ghazwat & Expeditions
51 MCQsGhazwat & Expeditions in Islamic Studies
Ghazwa Badr
- The Battle of Badr was fought in which Islamic month?
- Which battle is known as Yaumul Furqan in Islamic history?
- When was the Battle of Badr fought?
- Which battle was fought to distinguish between truth and falsehood in Islamic history?
- Who was the first to raise the flag in a Ghazwa for the Muslims?
- Who was the commander of the Muslim forces in the Battle of Badr?
- How many Muhajirun were there in the Battle of Badr?
- In which battle did the Muslims experience a divine slumber that reassured them of their victory?
- How many infidels were killed during the Battle of Badr?
- The murder of Amr ibn al-Hadrami became the cause of which battle?
- What is the alternate name for the Battle of Badr?
- Which was the first battle fought by Muslims in the history of Islam?
- Whom did Hazrat Ali (RA) kill in the Battle of Badr?
- Who killed Walid bin Utbah in the Battle of Badr?
- How many Angels were sent to assist Muslims in the Battle of Badr?
- The Battle of Badr was the ___ battle in the history of Islam.
Ghazwa Khandaq
- Who was appointed as the arbitrator in the matter of Banu Qurayza?
- Who was the Muslim warrior that killed the pagan Amr ibn Abd al-Wud during the Battle of the Trench (Ghazwa Khandaq)?
- In which year was the Battle of the Trench fought?
- Ghazwa Ahzab is also known by which other name?
- In which Hijrah year was the Battle of Trench fought?
- At the time of Ghazwa-e-Khandaq, which was the only Jewish tribe left in Madina?
- Who gave the suggestion of digging the trench around the city of Madinah at the time of Battle of Khandaq?
- Which Ghazwa is known for showcasing the Holy Prophet's (PBUH) exemplary military strategy?
- During the Battle of the Trench, who was appointed as the supervisor of Medina in the Prophet's absence?
- Who proposed the idea of digging a trench around Madinah during the Battle of Khandaq?
- The Battle of Khandaq was fought in which Islamic year?
Ghazwa Khyber
Ghazwa Mauta
- In which battle was Hazrat Jaffar Tayyar martyred?
- In which battle was Hazrat Khalid bin Walid given the title 'Saifullah' (Sword of Allah)?
- In which battle was Hazrat Zayd martyred?
- In which battle did Hazrat Khalid Bin Waleed (R.A) participate for the first time?
- Who led the Muslim forces in the Battle of Muta?
- In which Ghazwa did Hazrat Khalid bin Walid earn the title Saifullah?
Ghazwa Tabuk
- Identify the last Ghazwa in which the Holy Prophet (PBUH) personally participated.
- Who was appointed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to act as his deputy in Madinah during the Tabuk expedition?
- In which year did the Ghazwa-e-Tabook take place?
- Which battle is referred to as Ghazwa al-Usrah?
- During the Battle of Tabook, Medina was under the protection of?
Ghazwa Uhud
- In the Battle of Uhud, after whose martyrdom did Hazrat Ali (R.A) take up the standard?
- In which battle were Abdullah Bin Abi Bakr R.A and his soldiers martyred?
- How many Muslims participated in the Battle of Uhud?
- Talha ibn Ubaidullah was given the title 'The Living Martyr' after which battle?
- During the Battle of Uhud, to whom did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) say 'Shoot arrows fast'?
- After which Ghazwa did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stay for three days at a place called Al-Asad?
Miscellaneous
- The Battle of Sariya is known as a battle in which _____?
- What is the term used for a military expedition in which the Holy Prophet ﷺ did not personally participate?
- Which battle is referred to as the one in which the Holy Prophet (SAW) did not personally participate?
- What does the term 'Sariyya' signify in Islamic history?
- In which Ghazwa did the Incident of Ifk occur?
- When was the catapult first used in Islamic battles?
Islamic History & Dynasties
85 MCQsIslamic History & Dynasties in Islamic Studies
Abbasid Caliphate
- Queen Khizran was the wife of which Abbasid Caliph?
- Who was the first great Arab alchemist?
- Ikhwan al-Safa was what type of organization?
- What was the first capital of the Abbasid Caliphate?
- The book Al Qanoon Fi Tib written by ___?
- Who is the author of 'Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb' (The Canon of Medicine)?
- What was the title given to the philosopher Al-Farabi?
- Who is the author of the famous medical encyclopedia 'Al-Hawi'?
- The Diwan al Zima during the Abbasid period was primarily concerned with which of the following?
- The Banu Abbas Khilafat ended in which Hijri year?
- What was the capital city of the Abbasid Caliphate until its fall in 1258 CE?
- Which city was known as a great centre of education during the Abbasid Caliphate?
- Identify the Muslim scientist who is credited with the discovery of sulphuric acid, nitric acid, and hydrochloric acid.
- Who ended the Abbasid Caliphate in 1258?
- Who prepared the Jalali Calendar?
Fatimid & Safavid Empires
Miscellaneous
- What is the meaning of Hijr-e-Aswad?
- Hassan al-Banna, the founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, was assassinated in which year?
- What is the name of Muslim Scientist who presented the concept of blood pressure?
- Where was the famous Muslim historian and thinker Ibn Khuldun born?
- When was Rabia Basri (RB) born?
- Faisal Masjid was constructed in 1986. When was the first prayer held there?
- First Islamic summit of OIC was held in which country?
- In which year was OIC founded?
- Who is the author of 'Fusus al-Hikam'?
- Who conquered Jerusalem, also known as Bait-ul-Maqdis, during the Crusades?
- Who presented the idea of sedentary and nomadic societies, highlighting the concept of inevitable loss?
- What was the homeland of the Muslim Brotherhood?
- Where was Molana Jalal ud Din Roomi born?
- Which religious group considers Koh-e-Murad a sacred place?
- Which of the following Muslim Scientists discovered the radius of the earth?
- Islamic revolution in Iran took place in?
- Ilm-ul-Iqtisad was written by?
- Ahmad Al-Haddad belonged to which country?
- In which month and year did the attack on Sayed Al-Shuhada School take place?
- Which Muslim was also a great surgeon?
- Where is the headquarters of the Islamic Military Alliance located?
Muslim Rule in India
- Who initiated the Jihad against the newly introduced religion of Din-e-Illahi?
- The book Khutbat-e-Ahmadiya is written by______?
- Who said Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi is the spiritual leader of Muslims?
- Who is the author of the book 'Spirit of Islam'?
- Maktoobat e Imam Rabbani is one of the writings of ______________?
- Risala Roohi Sharif written by?
- Dars-e-Nizami was launched in:
- Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi (Mujaddid Alif Sani) was born on ______?
- Who is the author of 'Izhar-ul-Haq'?
- Who is the author of the treatise 'Risala Ithbat-e-Nubuwwat'?
- Who founded Jamat-e-Islami?
- Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi, also known as Mujaddid Alif Sani, was born in which year of the Islamic calendar?
- Who is known for interpreting the neo-Sufi concept of Islam?
- What was the real name of Shah Wali Ullah?
- Who was the first to suggest translating the Holy Quran into local languages in the subcontinent?
- Which mosque can be found within the Lahore Fort?
- In which year was the Tahzeeb-ul-Akhlaq magazine first published?
- Usman Marwandi is famously known as which of the following saints?
- When was Nidwa tul Ulema established?
- Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar is buried in ?
- To which Sufi order did Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai belong?
- Baba Farid belongs to silsila
- Baba Fareed Ganj Shakar belongs to _____?
- Maktubat Imam Rabbani was written by?
Ottoman Empire
- Which Turkish leader is credited with abolishing the Institution of Caliphate?
- Who was the ruler of the Ottoman Empire during the 16th century?
- In which year did Mustafa Kamal Pasha abolish the Khilafat?
- Who was responsible for abolishing the Khilafat in 1924?
- Which mosque in Istanbul is commonly referred to as the Blue Mosque?
- The last ruler of Ottoman Empire was _____?
Umayyad Caliphate
- The Muslims invaded Spain in which year?
- Who was the last ruler of the Umayyad dynasty?
- How many Umayyad caliphs were there?
- Who is referred to as Umar-e-Sani in Islamic history?
- What was the actual name of Marwan II, the last Umayyad Caliph?
- Who was the sixth caliph of the Umayyad dynasty during the Debal incident?
- Who was the first Caliph of the Umayyad dynasty?
- Who is considered the fifth righteous caliph in Islamic history?
- Who was responsible for establishing the Postal System in the Islamic era?
- Who was the first to introduce the currency coin in Islamic history?
- Who was the conqueror of Spain?
- After the fall of the Umayyad Caliphate, the capital moved to
- The Capital of Umayyad Dynasty was?
- Muawiya launched the first navy in which sea?
- After the downfall of Banu Umayyad, their family members established a kingdom in _____?
Islamic Law & Jurisprudence
40 MCQsIslamic Law & Jurisprudence in Islamic Studies
Famous Jurists
- In which year did Imam Ghazali pass away according to the Hijri calendar?
- Who were the notable pupils of Imam Abu Hanifa?
- Which book was written by Imam Ghazali?
- What was the real name of Ibn Taymiyyah?
- When did Imam Ghazali die?
- Which book is attributed to Imam Abu Hanifa?
- Where is Imam Abu Hanifa buried?
- Who was responsible for compiling the fatawa of Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A)?
- Who is the author of the book Al-Risalah?
- Who is the author of the Islamic jurisprudence book 'Ar-Resala'?
- In which year was Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal born?
- Who compiled the Islamic jurisprudence book known as Kitab-ul-Assar?
- Who was born in 150 AH, the year Imam Abu Hanifa passed away?
Fiqh Jafria
Islamic Criminal Law (Hudood)
- What is the prescribed punishment for committing Qazaf (false accusation) under Islamic law?
- In which year was the Hudood Ordinance first introduced in Pakistan?
- In which Hijri year were the laws about Zina revealed?
- What is the punishment for a married adulterer in Islamic law?
- Dying declaration is considered:
- How many Hudood (fixed punishments) are there in Islam whose punishment is prescribed in the Quran and Hadith?
Miscellaneous
Schools of Thought
- The concept of 'Istihsan' in Islamic jurisprudence is primarily attributed to which Islamic scholar?
- According to which Islamic scholar are Fard and Wajib considered as separate obligations?
- According to which school of thought are the terms 'Fard' and 'Wajib' considered distinct?
- Wasil ibn Ata was the founder of which religious sect?
- To which school of Islamic jurisprudence does the book 'Al-Mudawwana al-Kubra' belong?
- The belief in the created nature of the Quran is held by which Islamic theological group?
Sources of Islamic Law
- Which term refers to the phrase 'for the poor emigrants who were expelled from their homes' in Islamic studies?
- How many pillars are there in Qiyas in Islamic jurisprudence?
- How many causes of inheritance are recognized in Islamic law?
- In Islamic Shariah, what does the term 'beginning' refer to?
- A man left his property of Rs. 640,000. A debt of Rs. 40,000 was due to him and Rs. 5,000 was spent on his burial. Distribute the amount between his widow, 1 daughter and 2 sons according to the Islamic Law.
- Whose responsibility is it to discuss the knowledge of rulings (Ahkam)?
- In Usul al-Fiqh, what is the opposite of Mufassar?
Khilafat-e-Rashida
57 MCQsKhilafat-e-Rashida in Islamic Studies
Caliphate of Abu Bakr (R.A)
- Where was Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) elected as the first Caliph of Islam?
- Who was the first major false claimant to Prophethood in Islam?
- Who was the leader of the first Hajj in Islam in 9 AH?
- Humama bin Kharsha was a disciple of which prominent Islamic figure?
- Who led the funeral prayer for Hazrat Abu Bakr?
- The Battle of Yamama was fought during the caliphate of which leader?
- Who was responsible for killing the false prophet Aswad al-Ansi?
- What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A)?
- Who was appointed as the first Caliph after the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?
- During the tenure of Abu Bakr (R.A), the single compilation of the Qur'an is called:
- How many Hafiz-e-Quran were martyred in the Battle of Yamama?
- Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A), the first Caliph of Islam, fought for the establishment and propagation of Islam. What was his primary focus during his leadership?
- Who was appointed by Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq to lead the army against Tulayha ibn Khuwaylid Al-Asadi?
- When did the Muslim army begin the siege of Damascus during Hazrat Abu Bakr's era?
Caliphate of Ali (R.A)
- The term 'Khawarij' refers to which group in Islamic history?
- Before Damascus, which city served as the capital of the Muslim Empire?
- According to Hazrat Ali (R.A.), a true judge is one who bases judgment on what principles?
- Which book is attributed to Hazrat Ali (R.A)?
- What was the duration of the Caliphate of Hazrat Ali (R.A)?
- Hazrat Ali (R.A) was martyred in which month of Islamic calendar?
- Which battle was fought to seek revenge for the martyrdom of Hazrat Usman (RA)?
- Hazrat Ali (R.A) was martyred in the city of?
- Against whom was the Battle of Neharvan fought?
- Hazrat Ali (RA) ordered whom to place diacritical marks (I'rab)?
Caliphate of Umar (R.A)
- Who established the first organized police department in Islamic history?
- The final battle against the Persian Empire during the reign of Hazrat Umar (R.A) was fought at which location?
- Hazrat Umar Farooq was martyred on 1st Muharram of which year?
- First Islamic navy was made on
- According to Hazrat Umar (R.A), the new caliph should be decided by Shura within?
- What was the duration of Hazrat Umar (RA)'s tenure as Caliph?
- When was Umar ibn al-Khattab martyred?
- Who was chosen by Hazrat Umar (R.A) to lead the Muslim Army in the battle of Qadsiya?
- After the Battle of Yarmouk, Khalid bin Waleed was replaced by whom as the Supreme Commander by Caliph Umar (RA)?
- Which Caliph initiated the Hijri Calendar?
- Who initiated the practice of congregational Tarawih prayers?
- During whose caliphate was Iraq conquered?
- In which year was the Battle of Qadisiyyah fought?
- Which Caliph is credited with enforcing the punishment of 80 lashes for consuming alcohol (sharab)?
- In which year of the Islamic calendar was the Battle of Qadsia fought?
- During whose caliphate was Bait ul Muqadas conquered?
- How many members did Hazrat Umar (R.A) appoint to the Shura at the time of his demise?
- When did Hazrat Umar (R.A) first capture Jerusalem?
- Who is known as the conqueror of Egypt in Islamic history?
- In which year was Baitul Muqaddas conquered during the Rashidun Caliphate?
Caliphate of Usman (R.A)
- In which Hijri year was Cyprus conquered by the Muslims?
- The title 'Zun-Noorain' given to Hazrat Usman (RA) signifies which of the following meanings?
- Who prepared the first naval fleet in Islamic history?
- Who purchased the well of Ruma and declared it as a trust?
- During whose caliphate was the naval fleet established for the first time?
- At what age was Hazrat Usman (R.A) martyred?
- Which prominent companion tried to mediate between Uthman ibn Affan and the rebels?
- What was the duration of Hazrat Usman (RA)'s caliphate as the third caliph of Islam?
- At the time of his martyrdom, which Surah was Hazrat Usman (RA) reciting?
- When was Cyprus conquered?
Prophet's (PBUH) Family & Companions
60 MCQsProphet's (PBUH) Family & Companions in Islamic Studies
Ahl-e-Bait
Ashra Mubashra
Children
Miscellaneous
Prominent Sahaba (R.A)
- The title 'Maseeh ul Islam' is associated with which Companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA)?
- Hazrat Umar R.A embraced Islam after being influenced by which Surah of the Holy Quran?
- What was the surname of the mother of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A)?
- Which companion of the Prophet (PBUH) prepared the grave for the Prophet (PBUH)?
- Why is Hazrat Hanzala (RA) known as 'Ghaseel-ul-Malaika'?
- In which Hijri year did Hazrat Abu Huraira embrace Islam?
- Who was the master of Hazrat Bilal (R.A) before he embraced Islam?
- What was the name of the first flag bearer of Islam among the Sahaba?
- Who is known by the title of Zun-Noorain?
- Who was responsible for freeing Hazrat Bilal (RA) from slavery?
- Who is known by the title 'Maseeh ul Islam'?
- From which ancestor does the lineage of Hazrat Umar (R.A.) connect with that of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?
- Who was the first mu'azzin (prayer caller) of Islam?
- Which companion of the Prophet was renowned for his knowledge of halal and haram?
- The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ gave the armor named "Al-Bayda" obtained in the Battle of Badr to whom?
- Who is known as Hawari-e-Rasool (Helper/Disciple of the Prophet ﷺ)?
- Who among the female companions narrated the most Hadith?
- Who is known by the nickname Abu Turab?
- During the Prophet's time, which two companions were involved in the issue of Li'an?
- Who was the first person to embrace Islam in Yemen?
- Who was the first non-Arab Muslim to accept Islam?
- Abu Tarab is the title of which prominent Islamic figure?
- Which companion (Sahabi) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is buried in Turkey?
- Who was the sister of Hazrat Umar (R.A.) who first embraced Islam?
- Whose slave was Wahshi, the killer of Hazrat Hamza (R.A)?
- Name the uncle of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) who was also his foster brother.
- Who is known by the title 'Imam al-Fuqaha' in Islamic history?
- Which tribe of the Quraish did Hazrat Umar (R.A) belong to?
Wives
- For whom did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ arrange education due to their exceptional intellectual abilities?
- What was the name of Hazrat Abu Sufyan's daughter who married the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- Which wife of Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) was the daughter of the head of the Banu Nadir tribe?
- What was the name of the woman from Banu Mustaliq whom Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) married?
- After the death of Hazrat Khadija (RA), Prophet Muhammad (SAW) married?
- The Incident of Ifk (Slander) is related to which wife of the Holy Prophet ﷺ?
- The Rasool Allah ﷺ consulted his wife on important matters such as during the occasion of Treaty of Hudaibia, whose advice did he follow?
- In the fourth year of Hijrah, whom did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) marry?
- Which wife of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was known by the title 'Mother of the Poor'?
- During the era of which Caliph did Hazrat Sauda (R.A) pass away?
- What was the relationship between Umar (RA) and Muhammad ﷺ?
- Who among the following is referred to as Umm-Ul-Masakeen?
- What is the real name of Umm-ul-Momineen "Bibi Umm-e-Habiba"?
- Who was the fifth wife of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- Which wife of the Holy Prophet (SAW) was renowned for her scholarship?
- How many Ahadith did Hazrat Ayesha (R.A) narrate from the Holy Prophet ﷺ?
- Who was the father of Umm Habibah?
- How many wives of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) were alive at the time of his death?
- Who was the father of Hazrat Hafsa (R.A)?
Prophets & Other Religions
68 MCQsProphets & Other Religions in Islamic Studies
Comparative Study
Judaism
- Which Holy Book is referred to as the Old Testament?
- Which nation was the greatest opponent of the Angel Gabriel according to Islamic tradition?
- The Talmud is a religious text associated with which faith?
- Which religious community considers the Talmud as one of their holy books?
- Which of the following is an ethnic religion?
- Which nation is the greatest opponent of Hadrat Jibril علیہ السلام?
Miscellaneous
Stories of Prophets
- Which prophet of Allah is called Abu Al-Bashar?
- Who is the mother of Hazrat Yousaf (AS)?
- Which Prophet's followers received Manna and Quail as a blessing?
- Which Prophet is referred to as the Father of Muslims?
- In whose palace was Prophet Moses (A.S.) raised?
- Malika Saba (Queen of Sheba) was associated with the era of which Prophet?
- Where did Prophet Moses (A.S.) stop after leaving Egypt?
- What was the miracle of Prophet Isa (A.S.)?
- Who was responsible for the initial construction of the Holy Kaaba?
- On which Prophet was the Zaboor revealed?
- Which prophet is known as Peer-e-Kanaan according to Islamic tradition?
- Who among the following was granted respite by Allah until the Day of Judgment?
- What was the familial relationship between Prophet Ismail علیہ السلام and Prophet Ishaq علیہ السلام?
- To which Prophet was the miracle of the camel associated?
- Who was the last prophet sent to the Bani Israel?
- Which prophet is famously known as Sahibul hooth?
- To whom did Allah teach the names of all things?
- Who constructed Bait-ul-Maqdis with the help of jinn?
- What is the familial relationship between Hazrat Haroon (AS) and Hazrat Musa (AS)?
- Who is referred to by the title 'Israel' in Islamic tradition?
- Which Prophet is referred to as the Ancestor of many Prophets, also known as Jadd-ul-Anbiya?
- Which Prophet is known as Abu-ul-Arab (Father of the Arabs)?
- Which prophet is mentioned first in the Holy Quran?
- Who provided religious education to Prophet Musa (A.S.)?
- Who is referred to as the King of Egypt in Islamic history?
- What was the real name of the Queen of Sheba?
- What is the name of the tribe of Prophet Saleh (A.S.)?
- To which Prophet was the Taurat (Torah) revealed?
- Who among the following was granted control over wind, light, water, and animals?
- How many sons did Hazrat Yaqoob (A.S.) have?
- Who adopted Prophet Musa (A.S) as her son?
- Which valley did Hazrat Musa (A.S.) lead his people to escape from Pharaoh?
- Which Prophet was bestowed with the title 'Kaleemullah'?
- The events of Sabbath and Mount Sinai are associated with which Prophet?
- Which prophet of Allah is honored with the title 'Khalil Ullah' (Friend of God)?
- How many times did the mother of Hazrat Ismail (AS) run between the hills of Safa and Marwa in search of water?
- Who was the magician of the people of Prophet Musa (A.S.) who led them to worship a calf?
- Which is the oldest revealed divine book in Islam?
- For how many days did Prophet Younas (A.S.) remain in the belly of the fish according to Islamic tradition?
- Which prophet is associated with the miracle of curing leprosy, known as 'Abri al-Kamah'?
- What is the name of the town in Israel where Hazrat Issa (AS) spent his youth?
- What is the meaning of Israel?
- Hazrat Yousuf was the son of _______?
- How many years did Hazrat Noah (A.S) live?
- Which king devastated the Israelites and destroyed their city?
- Upon which prophet's nation was Mann-o-Salwa sent down?
- Which prophet has the Holy Quran declared علیہ السلام free from magic?
- In which king's house was Prophet Musa raised?
- When the magicians believed in Prophet Musa علیہ السلام and Pharaoh ordered their execution, what did the magicians do?
- The calf worshipped by the Children of Israel had a sound similar to which animal?
- From where do angels escort Adam out?
- Which prophet's era did the Queen of Sheba belong to?
- Who is referred to as Khateeb-ul-Anbia in Islamic tradition?
- Which prophet is associated with the Sabbath and the Ascension?
- Khateeb-ul-Anbia is a title given to which Prophet in Islam?
Seerah: Madinan Period
40 MCQsSeerah: Madinan Period in Islamic Studies
Change of Qibla
Charter of Madina
- What is considered the first written constitution in the world?
- How many Articles were included in the Charter of Madina?
- What was the first written constitution (First Tehriri Dastoor) of the world?
- Banu Qaynuqa and Banu Qurayza belonged to which tribe?
- In which year of Hijra was the Charter of Medina established?
Conquest of Makkah
- Who is entrusted with the keys to the Kabba?
- On which date did the conquest of Mecca occur in 8 AH?
- After the conquest of Makkah, how many days did the Prophet (PBUH) stay there?
- Which Surah did the Prophet (PBUH) recite during the conquest of Makkah?
- During the ten years of his Prophethood, how much area did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) conquer?
- How many disbelievers were killed during the Conquest of Makkah?
- After the conquest of Makkah, what decision did the Prophet ﷺ make regarding the disbelievers of Makkah?
Farewell Sermon
- Which speech is known as the first Charter of Human Rights in Islamic history?
- In which Hijri year did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) perform his last Hajj, known as Hajja tul Wida?
- Where did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) deliver his Farewell Sermon?
- In which year did the Holy Prophet (SAW) perform Hajjatul-Wada?
Letters to Kings
Migration to Madina
- When did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) purchase the camel named Qaswa?
- In which tribe did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) perform his first Friday prayer (Jummah)?
- Which mosque was founded on the basis of piety (Taqwa)?
- In which year did the Hijri calendar begin?
- Which significant event marks the beginning of the Islamic Hijri calendar?
- Which Surah did the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) recite during his migration to Madina?
- Which was the first mosque built in the history of Islam?
- How many years did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ reside in Madina after Hijrah?
- For how many days did Prophet Muhammad (SAW) stay in Ghar-e-Saur during migration?
- Who was the companion of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in the Cave of Thawr during the Hijrah from Makkah to Madina?
Miscellaneous
Treaty of Hudaibia
- The Treaty of Hudaibiya was signed to last for how many years?
- Who was responsible for writing the Al-Hudaibiyah Treaty?
- The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was an agreement between the Muslims and which tribe?
- Hazrat Umm-e-Salma advised on
- Umm-e-Salma advice event is associated with which of the following?
- Hazrat Salma (RA) gave advice to the Holy Prophet (PBUH) on which event?
- Sulah Hudaybiyyah was signed between Muslims and _______?
Seerah: Makkan Period
42 MCQsSeerah: Makkan Period in Islamic Studies
Arabia Before Islam
- What was Friday called before the advent of Islam?
- Where did the Quraish of Makkah migrate during the summer season?
- How did the Arabs practice worship before the advent of Islam?
- Which treaty did the Holy Prophet (PBUH) participate in prior to the announcement of his Prophethood?
- Worshippers of whom were called Sabians by the Arabs?
- What was another name for Makkah in historical context?
Birth & Early Life
- How many times did the event of Shaq-e-Sadr occur in the life of the Holy Prophet (SAW)?
- In whose house was the Holy Prophet (PBUH) born?
- Who was the foster sister of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- Hazrat Halima belonged to which tribe?
- Who was the childhood friend of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- Who were the foster mothers of the Holy Prophet (SAW)?
- During the first journey to Syria, which monk did the Prophet (PBUH) meet?
- Who accompanied Hazrat Muhammad SAW on a business trip for Hazrat Khadija?
- On which day of the week was the Holy Prophet (PBUH) born?
- Who among the following was the foster brother of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?
- Hazrat Amina (RA), the mother of Hazrat Muhammad (SAW), belonged to which tribe?
- The compensation of one hundred camels, as upheld by the Prophet (PBUH), is attributed to whom?
- Where is Hazrat Amina, the mother of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), buried?
- Prophet Muhammad ﷺ belonged to __________ family.
Early Preaching & Persecution
- Who was the first woman to embrace Islam after Hazrat Khadija (RA)?
- What was the real name of Abu Jehal?
- What was the real name of Abu Jehal, a prominent opponent of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during the early years of Islam?
- In which Nabvi year did the Social Boycott of Banu Hashim begin?
- Whose house became the center for the early preaching of Islam?
- Who was the first male martyr (Shaheed) in Islam?
- Where is the Batha Valley located?
- Who opposed Banu Hashim at the time when Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was young?
Meraj
Migrations to Habsha
Miscellaneous
Pledges of Aqabah
Systems & Ethics of Islam
27 MCQsSystems & Ethics of Islam in Islamic Studies
Economic System
- Muslim thinkers categorize economy as what type of economy?
- The tax collected from prisoners of war in Islamic governance is known as _____?
- What is the definition of 'Al-Fay' in Islamic context?
- What are Usher and Zakat in Islam?
- What is the main function of Bait-ul-Mal in Islam?
- What is the significance of Ushr in Islamic economic practice?
- According to Islamic inheritance law, what is the share of a male compared to a female in a deceased father's property?
- Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 pertains to the affairs of Zakat?
- On what date was the Zakat and Usher Ordinance enacted in Pakistan?
Islamic Ethics
- Ethics that deals with 'Ethical Action' is referred to as what?
- On the Day of Judgement, adherence to ethical values is a guarantee for what?
- What was the reason Junaid Jamshed left his music career?
- Which Pakistani singer left music after considering it haram?
- Who is known for wasting wealth given in the way of Allah?
Islamic Terminology & Key Concepts
- What is the opposite of 'Shar' in Islamic terminology?
- What is the term for the dowry amount that is paid immediately after the nikkah in an Islamic marriage?
- Metaphysics deals with the nature of?
- What is the term 'Jizya' referred to in Islamic taxation?
- Which city is referred to as 'Um Al-Qura'?
- What does the term 'Nafs-e-Lawama' refer to in Islamic teachings?
- What is the literal meaning of 'Zikr' in Islamic terminology?
- Who are referred to as 'Muhsinat' in Islamic terminology?
- What does 'Infaq' mean in Islamic terminology?
- The doctrine of Wahdatul-Wajood was presented by?
- What concept did Ibn Khaldun illustrate using the terms 'sedentary' and 'nomadic'?
Political System
Social System
The Holy Quran & Hadith
135 MCQsThe Holy Quran & Hadith in Islamic Studies
Famous Tafseers
- Who is the author of the Islamic book titled 'Al-Fozul Kabir'?
- How long did it take to complete Tafsir al-Tabari?
- Who is the author of the Tafheem-ul-Quran?
- How many years did it take to complete the Tafseer Tabari?
- What is the term for the process of interpreting the Quran through the Quran itself?
- Which Tafseer is known as the complete scientific commentary of the Quran?
- Which is the first authentic and comprehensive book of Tafsir written in the Islamic tradition?
- The book 'Al-Fawz al-Kabir' is a work in which Islamic discipline?
- Who is the author of the famous Islamic commentary 'Al-Tafseer Al-Kabir'?
- Who is the author of 'Al-Itqan fi Uloom al-Quran'?
- In which language did Shah Wali Ullah translate the Holy Quran?
Hadith Terminology & Classification
- Who is the author of 'Qawaid al-Tahdith'?
- The study of Asma Ul Rijal is related to which of the following Islamic sciences?
- In the science of Hadith, this refers to a hadith whose chain of narration ends at a Tabi'i. What is this hadith called?
- When a Sahabi performed an action and the Holy Prophet (SAW) did not object, this type of Hadith is known as _____?
- What is the term used for a person who narrates Hadith in Islamic tradition?
- When a Hadith is narrated by different persons but one narrator is of higher rank, it is called what type of Hadith?
- A Hadith in which no narrator is missing from start to end is known as what?
- What does Hadith-e-Taqriri refer to in Islamic tradition?
- Hadees Qudsi is
- Knowledge in mutawatir hadith is:
- Hadith not fulfilling mutawatir condition
- What is a Hadith Qudsi?
- What is the difference between Hadith and Sunnah?
- If a narration is traced back to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), what is it referred to as?
- What are Hadiths called that are not proven like the Quran?
- What is the term for a Hadith that is attributed to a companion of the Prophet but not to the Prophet himself?
History of Compilation
- During whose caliphate was the Quran compiled into a book form?
- Who was the last scribe of the Kitab-e-Wahi (Book of Revelation)?
- Who advised Hazrat Abu Bakar to compile the Quran into a book form?
- Who was the first custodian of the copy of the Holy Quran?
- After the death of Hazrat Umar (RA), the copy of the Quran was passed to _________?
- Which Muslim caliph initiated the compilation of Ahadith and distributed them to conquered territories?
- Which companions of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) were included among the scribes of revelation?
- Who was the compiler of the first Hadith work known as Sahifa-e-Sadiqa?
- In the Sahifah al-Sahihah, whose Hadiths did Imam Ibn Munabbih compile?
- Who was the first person assigned to write down the 'Wahi' (revelation)?
Introduction to Hadith
- How many Ahadis were narrated by Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A)?
- Who is noted for praising the efforts of Muslims in preserving Ahadith?
- What was the year of death of the writer of Tahzeeb ul Ahkam?
- What was the relationship of Hammam ibn Munabbih with Abu Hurairah (RA)?
- Who was the companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that narrated the most Hadith?
- Who is the author of the Islamic book 'Mustadrak Hakim'?
- The compilation of Hadith is referred to as what?
- Who was the disciple of Hazrat Abu Huraira who assisted him in compiling Ahadith?
- How many years did it take to compile the Muwatta Imam Malik?
- What was the real name of Imam Bukhari (R.A)?
- Which period corresponds to the years 194 to 256 Hijri in Islamic history?
Introduction to Quran & Hadith
- Which Surah was the first to be revealed to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
- What is necessary for reciting the Holy Quran?
- According to Shah Waliullah, what is the primary function of the Quran?
- What is the term used for the slow and clear recitation of the Quran?
- In the Holy Quran, Rooh-ul-Ameen is referred to which angel?
- Who was the first to translate the Holy Quran into Urdu?
- In which language was the Quran first translated?
- Which scientific field helps in understanding Quranic words?
- Who was the first to translate the Holy Quran into Persian?
- Name the language in which the Holy Quran was translated for the first time in the subcontinent?
- Who is referred to as Rooh-ul-Quds in the Qur'an?
Sihah Sitta
- Who is the author of the renowned Hadith collection 'Al Muwatta'?
- Who is the author of Sahih Bukhari?
- In which year of Hijri was Imam Al Nasai born?
- Which book is compiled by Ahmad Bin Shoaib?
- The year 206 AH is the birth year of which person?
- Imam Muhammad bin Ismail al-Bukhari is renowned for compiling which significant book of Hadith?
- Which two books are referred to as Sahihain in Islamic tradition?
- When did Hazrat Imam Tirmazy pass away?
- Who is considered the compiler of the most authentic collection of hadith?
- The Six Books of Hadith, highly regarded in Islam, are collectively known as what?
- Who is the author of the Hadith collection known as Sahih Bukhari?
- Which two collections of Hadith are referred to as Sahihain?
- In which year was Imam Muslim born?
- How many books of Hadith are included in Siha-e-Sitta?
Surahs, Ayat & Contents of the Quran
- What is the shortest Surah in the Holy Quran?
- Which Surah of the Quran ends with a prayer?
- In the Quranic verse, 'It was said: Return back and seek light', which group is being referred to?
- Which animal was present with the Companions of the Cave (As'hab e Kahaf)?
- Who are Harut and Marut mentioned as in the Quran?
- According to the teachings of the Quran, how many witnesses are required for financial transactions?
- Ayat-ul-Kursi is found in which Surah of the Holy Quran?
- Which Surah is known as the Heart of the Quran?
- How many Surahs in the Quran are named after Prophets?
- In which Surah of the Holy Quran has Allah promised to protect the Quran?
- What is the meaning of Surah An-Naml?
- Which Surah is the longest in the Holy Quran?
- What is the position of Surah Al-Alaq in the current arrangement of the Holy Quran?
- Surah An-Nur emphasizes the modesty of which groups of individuals?
- Which animal is mentioned to have been residing with the As'hab e Kahaf?
- How many Prophets are mentioned in the Holy Quran?
- According to the Quran, which act is considered more severe than murder?
- In which Surah is the concept of Uswah Hasana (the best example) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned?
- In which Surah of the Holy Quran is the punishment for false accusation of Zina mentioned?
- Which are the last two Surahs of the Holy Quran?
- How many times is the name 'Ahmed' mentioned in the Quran?
- How many stages, known as Manzils, are there in the Quran?
- Which surah of the Holy Quran contains Bismillah twice?
- How many Surahs does the Holy Quran contain?
- Which Surah in the Holy Quran is named after an insect?
- Which Surah in the Quran does not begin with 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)?
- In which Surah is the mention of Ayat Takhyir found?
- According to the Ayat, one must not abandon justice even if it involves your own ______.
- In which Hijri year was Surah An-Noor revealed?
- In which Surah of the Quran is the name Ahmad mentioned for the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?
- Ahsan ul Qasas is the life history of which prophet in Islam?
- How many types of Nafs are mentioned in the Quran?
- Which Surahs of the Quran are referred to as Mauzatain?
- In which Surah is the punishment for Qadhf (false accusation) mentioned?
- Who were the 'Ashab al-Ukhdud' referred to in Islamic history?
- In which Surah are the commandments of 'Ashrah' (ten commandments) mentioned?
- Which Surah in the Quran contains the name 'Allah' in every verse?
- In which Surah of the Holy Quran is the Masjid al-Zirar mentioned?
- In which Surah is the name of Hazrat Zaid bin Harith (R.A) mentioned?
- Which companion of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is directly mentioned by name in the Holy Quran?
- Al-Muhsanāt (Surah An-Noor) refers to?
- Righteous women are obedient and, in the absence of their husbands, they are _____.
- Surah At-Tin means?
- What does Al-Anfal mean?
- In which Surah of the Holy Quran are the regulations for prisoners of war mentioned?
- In which Surah is the mention of an adopted son found in the Quran?
- In which Surah of the Holy Quran is the story of Zulqarnain mentioned?
- Which Surah is regarded as the 'Bride of the Quran'?
- Which verse number in Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest?
- Which Surah is known as Ummul Kitab in the Quran?
- How many times are the Scriptures of Moses mentioned in the Quran?
- Which Surah of the Quran includes instructions about Wuzu, Ghusal, and Tayammum?
- In which Surah are the punishments for slander (Qadhf) and adultery (Zina) mentioned?
- What is meant by 'al-Natihah'?
- How many Madni Surahs are there?
- In which Surah is the command to preach Islam found?
- The Quran mentions four misguided groups: Jews, Christians, disbelievers, and polytheists. Which tribe were they associated with?
- According to Shah Waliullah, how many verses are abrogated?
- Which Surah of the Holy Quran is specifically dedicated to the topic of orphans?
- How many Surahs of the Quran were revealed in Madina?
- How many times is the name Muhammad ﷺ mentioned in the Quran?