Sources of Islamic Law MCQs with Answers

Past Paper MCQ

Which term refers to the phrase 'for the poor emigrants who were expelled from their homes' in Islamic studies?

• A.Isharat al-Nass
• B.Ibarat al-Nass
• C.Dalalat al-Nass
• D.Iqtida al-Nass

According to Qiyas, which of the following can be analogized to alcohol due to similar effects?

• A.Tobacco
• B.Coffee
• C.Drugs inducing loss of control
• D.Perfume containing alcohol

What is the literal meaning of the Islamic term 'Qiyas'?

• A.To migrate
• B.To recite
• C.To abstain
• D.To assess

What does the term 'Ijma' refer to in Islamic jurisprudence?

• A.Analogical reasoning
• B.Independent reasoning
• C.Consensus
• D.Public welfare

What is considered the second primary source of Islamic jurisprudence after the Quran?

• A.Hadith (Sunnah)
• B.Ijma (Consensus)
• C.Qiyas (Analogical Reasoning)
• D.Ijtihad (Independent Reasoning)

What is the third source of Islamic law called?

• A.Ijma
• B.Qiyas
• C.Ijtihad
• D.Istihsan

What is the position of Sunnah in the hierarchy of Islamic sources of guidance?

• A.First
• B.Third
• C.Second
• D.Fourth

What is the term for the consensus of Muslim scholars on a legal issue that is followed by others?

• A.Ijma al-Ummah
• B.Qiyas al-Fuqaha
• C.Ijma al-Sahabah
• D.Ijma al-Fuqaha

What portion of a treasure found by Muslims is due as Khums according to Islamic law?

• A.One tenth
• B.One fifth
• C.One fourth
• D.One third

How many types of Ijma are recognized in Islamic jurisprudence?

• A.Five
• B.Three
• C.Four
• D.Two