Which Surah is called 'Umm-ul-Quran' (Mother of the Quran)?
A
Surah Al-Ikhlas
B
Surah Al-Fatiha
C
Surah Al-Kahf
D
Surah Al-Baqarah
Correct Answer: Option B — Surah Al-Fatiha
Explanation:
Surah Al-Fatiha is called Umm-ul-Quran meaning Mother of the Quran as it summarizes the core message of the entire Quran in seven verses. It also holds other titles such as Al-Sab'a Al-Mathani (seven oft-repeated verses) Al-Hamd and Al-Shifa. It is recited in every unit of the five daily prayers.