The obligation of fasting in Ramadan was revealed in which year of Hijri?
A
1 AH
B
2 AH
C
3 AH
D
4 AH
Correct Answer: Option B — 2 AH
Explanation:
The obligation of fasting in the month of Ramadan was revealed in 2 AH (624 AD) through the verses of Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183-187). These verses established fasting as a religious duty for all adult Muslims. The same year the Qibla was also changed from Jerusalem to the Kaaba in Makkah.