What is the meaning of 'Jihad' in its broadest Islamic sense?
A
Holy War
B
Armed conflict
C
Struggle or striving in the way of Allah
D
Defensive battle
Correct Answer: Option C — Struggle or striving in the way of Allah
Explanation:
Jihad literally means struggle or striving in Arabic. In Islamic theology it encompasses both the inner spiritual struggle against one's own sinful inclinations (Jihad al-Nafs) and external efforts for justice. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) called the inner struggle the greater jihad while military defense is the lesser jihad.