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Islamic Studies Medium

The Islamic concept of 'Qiyas' refers to?

  • AConsensus of scholars
  • BAnalogical reasoning
  • CDivine decree
  • DIndependent interpretation
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Correct Answer: Option B — Analogical reasoning
Explanation: Qiyas refers to analogical reasoning in Islamic jurisprudence used to derive rulings for new situations not explicitly addressed in the Quran or Sunnah by drawing analogy with existing rulings. For example alcohol was prohibited in the Quran so drugs are prohibited by Qiyas because they share the common cause of intoxication.
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Islamic Studies Hard

Who compiled the first major collection of Hadith known as Muwatta?

  • AImam Bukhari
  • BImam Muslim
  • CImam Malik
  • DImam Ahmad
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Correct Answer: Option C — Imam Malik
Explanation: Imam Malik bin Anas compiled the Muwatta in the 8th century making it one of the earliest surviving collections of Hadith. It focuses on the practices of the people of Madinah and contains approximately 1700 hadith. Imam Malik is also the founder of the Maliki school of Islamic jurisprudence one of the four major Sunni schools.
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Islamic Studies Medium

The Battle of Hunain was fought in which year of Hijri?

  • A6 AH
  • B7 AH
  • C8 AH
  • D9 AH
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Correct Answer: Option C — 8 AH
Explanation: The Battle of Hunain was fought in 8 AH (630 AD) shortly after the conquest of Makkah. The Muslims initially suffered a setback when faced with an ambush by the Hawazin tribe but ultimately won a decisive victory. It is mentioned in the Quran in Surah Al-Tawbah (9:25-26) and resulted in significant war spoils.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Which prophet is known as Ruhullah (Spirit of Allah)?

  • AProphet Musa (AS)
  • BProphet Ibrahim (AS)
  • CProphet Isa (AS)
  • DProphet Yahya (AS)
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Correct Answer: Option C — Prophet Isa (AS)
Explanation: Prophet Isa (AS) Jesus is given the title Ruhullah meaning Spirit of Allah in the Quran. This refers to the miraculous nature of his creation without a father. He is also called Kalimatullah (Word of Allah) in the Quran. Islam considers him a great prophet and messenger but not the son of God as believed in Christianity.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Ghusl (ritual bath) in Islam becomes obligatory after?

  • AMinor impurity
  • BAny physical activity
  • CMajor ritual impurity (Janabah)
  • DEating meat
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Correct Answer: Option C — Major ritual impurity (Janabah)
Explanation: Ghusl refers to the ritual full-body bath that becomes obligatory after major ritual impurity (Janabah) which includes sexual intercourse seminal discharge and for women after menstruation and postpartum bleeding. It is also performed on Fridays for congregational prayers on Eid days and before Ihram for Hajj and Umrah.
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Islamic Studies Medium

The Six Articles of Islamic Faith (Arkan-ul-Iman) include belief in all EXCEPT?

  • AAngels
  • BProphets
  • CCaliphs
  • DDivine Books
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Correct Answer: Option C — Caliphs
Explanation: The Six Articles of Faith in Islam are belief in: Allah the Angels the Divine Books the Prophets the Day of Judgment and Divine Decree (Qadr). These are derived from the Hadith of Jibreel in which the Angel Jibreel asked the Prophet to define Iman. Caliphs are not an article of faith in Islamic theology.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Which Surah of the Quran is equivalent to one-third of the Quran in terms of meaning?

  • ASurah Al-Fatiha
  • BSurah Al-Baqarah
  • CSurah Al-Ikhlas
  • DSurah Al-Kawthar
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Correct Answer: Option C — Surah Al-Ikhlas
Explanation: Surah Al-Ikhlas (Surah 112) is described in a Hadith as being equivalent to one-third of the Quran in meaning. This is because it perfectly encapsulates the doctrine of Tawheed (oneness of Allah) which is a fundamental pillar of the Quran's message. It consists of only four short verses but carries immense theological weight.
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Islamic Studies Medium

The Islamic term 'Shirk' refers to?

  • AHypocrisy
  • BDisbelief
  • CAssociating partners with Allah
  • DApostasy
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Correct Answer: Option C — Associating partners with Allah
Explanation: Shirk refers to the act of associating partners with Allah or attributing divine qualities to others besides Allah. It is considered the greatest sin in Islam. The Quran states in Surah An-Nisa (4:48) that Allah does not forgive Shirk but may forgive all other sins. Shirk is the opposite of Tawheed the core principle of Islamic monotheism.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Hazrat Khadijah (RA) was the Prophet's wife for how many years?

  • A15 years
  • B20 years
  • C25 years
  • D30 years
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Correct Answer: Option C — 25 years
Explanation: Hazrat Khadijah (RA) was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and they remained married for approximately 25 years until her death in 619 AD (10th year of prophethood). She was the first person to accept Islam and supported the Prophet through the most difficult early years of his mission providing emotional and financial backing.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Who is known as the 'Sword of Allah' in Islamic history?

  • AHazrat Ali (RA)
  • BHazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA)
  • CHazrat Umar (RA)
  • DHazrat Hamza (RA)
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Correct Answer: Option B — Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA)
Explanation: Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA) was given the title Saifullah (Sword of Allah) by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself after the Battle of Mu'tah. He is considered one of the greatest military commanders in history remaining undefeated throughout his career. He played a crucial role in the early Islamic conquests.
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