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Islamic Studies Medium

In which year was Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) born?

  • A571 AD
  • B577 AD
  • C633 AD
  • D777 AD
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Correct Answer: Option A — 571 AD
Explanation: Prophet Muhammad (ď·ş) was born in 571 AD in the city of Makkah (Mecca). This year is commonly known as the Year of the Elephant (Aam-ul-Feel) because it coincided with the famous event involving Abraha's army. The Prophet's birth marked the arrival of the final Messenger of Allah, whose teachings later transformed Arabia and influenced billions of people around the world.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Which was the first revealed word of the Holy Quran?

  • ANaas
  • BFatiha
  • CIqra
  • DAllhamdu
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Correct Answer: Option C — Iqra
Explanation: The first revelation of the Holy Quran came to Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) in the Cave of Hira through Angel Jibreel (AS). The first revealed word was "Iqra" (اقرأ), meaning "Read" or "Recite." It appears in the opening verse of Surah Al-Alaq: "Iqra bismi rabbika alladhi khalaq" (“Read in the name of your Lord who created”). This marked the beginning of the Quranic revelation.
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Islamic Studies Medium

What is the name of the bridge that people must cross on the Day of Judgment according to Islamic belief?

  • ABarzakh
  • BSirat (Pul-e-Sirat)
  • CJannah
  • DMaqam-e-Mahmood
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Correct Answer: Option B — Sirat (Pul-e-Sirat)
Explanation: n Islamic theology, Pul-e-Sirat (Sirat Bridge) is the bridge that all people will cross on the Day of Judgment. It is described as being stretched over Hell (Jahannam). According to Islamic teachings, the righteous will cross it safely and enter Paradise, while those who are condemned may fail to cross. The concept emphasizes accountability, faith, and righteous deeds in the Hereafter.
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Islamic Studies Medium

What is the term for an action or statement performed in the presence of Prophet Muhammad (ď·ş) that he approved by remaining silent?

  • AHadith Taqreeri
  • BHadith Fa'li
  • CHadith Qawli
  • DHadith Marfu'
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Correct Answer: Option A — Hadith Taqreeri
Explanation: Hadith Taqreeri refers to an action or statement performed in the presence of Prophet Muhammad (ď·ş) that he neither objected to nor prohibited. His silence is considered a form of approval, indicating that the act was permissible. In contrast, Hadith Qawli contains the sayings of the Prophet (ď·ş), while Hadith Fa'li describes his actions and practices.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Which is the longest Surah in the Holy Quran?

  • ASurah Al-Baqarah
  • BSurah Aal-e-Imran
  • CSurah An-Nisa
  • DSurah Al-Kawthar
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Correct Answer: Option A — Surah Al-Baqarah
Explanation: Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest Surah in the Holy Quran. It is the second chapter of the Quran and contains 286 verses (Ayat). The Surah covers a wide range of topics, including faith, worship, laws, morality, and guidance for individuals and society. It is named after the story of the cow mentioned in verses 67–73.
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616
Islamic Studies Medium

How many daughters did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have?

  • A1
  • B4
  • C5
  • D3
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Correct Answer: Option B — 4
Explanation: Prophet Muhammad (ď·ş) had four daughters: Hazrat Zainab (RA), Hazrat Ruqayyah (RA), Hazrat Umm Kulthum (RA), and Hazrat Fatimah (RA). All were born to Hazrat Khadijah (RA). They played important roles in early Islamic history and are highly respected by Muslims around the world for their faith, character, and devotion.
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Islamic Studies Medium

Which female companion safeguarded the first compiled manuscript of the Holy Quran?

  • AHazrat Aisha (RA)
  • BHazrat Hafsa bint Umar (RA)
  • CHazrat Fatimah (RA)
  • DHazrat Umm Salama (RA)
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Correct Answer: Option B — Hazrat Hafsa bint Umar (RA)
Explanation: After the Holy Quran was compiled during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) under the supervision of Hazrat Zaid bin Thabit (RA), the manuscript was preserved by Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), then Hazrat Umar (RA), and later entrusted to Hazrat Hafsa bint Umar (RA). During the caliphate of Hazrat Uthman (RA), this manuscript served as the reference for preparing standardized copies of the Holy Quran, making Hazrat Hafsa (RA) an important guardian of the first compiled text.
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618
English Medium

Which of the following is the best synonym of "Accolade"?

  • AAll of these
  • BAward
  • CSalute
  • DApproval
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Correct Answer: Option A — All of these
Explanation: The word "Accolade" refers to praise, recognition, honor, or an expression of approval given for an achievement. Depending on the context, it can mean an award, a salute, or approval. Since all three options are closely related to the idea of recognition and honor, "All of these" is the most appropriate answer.
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English Medium

Which word is the closest synonym of "Reluctant"?

  • AWilling
  • BEager
  • CReady
  • DUnwilling
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Correct Answer: Option D — Unwilling
Explanation: The word "Reluctant" means hesitant, unwilling, or not eager to do something. A reluctant person may act only after persuasion or because it is necessary. Therefore, "Unwilling" is the closest synonym. The other options—Willing, Eager, and Ready—express a positive desire to act and are opposite in meaning.
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620
English Medium

Which word is the closest synonym of "Assemble"?

  • ADisperse
  • BCollect
  • CScatter
  • DSeparate
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Correct Answer: Option B — Collect
Explanation: The word "Assemble" means to gather, bring together, or collect people or things in one place. "Collect" has a very similar meaning and is therefore the closest synonym. The other options—Disperse, Scatter, and Separate—are antonyms because they mean to spread apart rather than bring together.
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