Islamic Studies MCQs With Answers

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The Holy Quran was revealed over a period of how many years?

A 20 years
B 23 years
C 25 years
D 30 years

Correct Answer: Option B — 23 years

Explanation: The Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) over a period of approximately 23 years - from 610 CE to 632 CE.

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Who was the first Caliph of Islam?

A Hazrat Umar (RA)
B Hazrat Ali (RA)
C Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)
D Hazrat Usman (RA)

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Correct Answer: Option C — Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)

Explanation: Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA) was the first Caliph of Islam after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 632 CE. He ruled for about 2 years.

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How many times is "Bismillah" mentioned in the Holy Quran?

A 112 times
B 113 times
C 114 times
D 115 times

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Correct Answer: Option C — 114 times

Explanation: Bismillah appears 114 times in the Holy Quran - 113 times at the beginning of Surahs and once within Surah An-Naml (27:30).

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What is the meaning of "Islam"?

A Peace and Love
B Submission and Peace
C Faith and Trust
D Worship and Devotion

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Correct Answer: Option B — Submission and Peace

Explanation: The word "Islam" comes from Arabic root "Silm" meaning submission/peace. It means complete submission to the will of Allah.

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Which battle is known as "Ghazwa-e-Badr"?

A First major battle of Islam
B Last battle of Prophet
C Battle of Trench
D Battle of Uhud

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Correct Answer: Option A — First major battle of Islam

Explanation: Ghazwa-e-Badr (Battle of Badr) was fought in 624 CE and was the first major battle of Islam. Muslims won this decisive battle against Quraish.

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Zakat is obligatory on Muslims who possess Nisab for how many months?

A 6 months
B 9 months
C 12 months
D 3 months

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Correct Answer: Option C — 12 months

Explanation: Zakat becomes obligatory when a Muslim possesses the minimum amount (Nisab) for a complete lunar year (12 months).

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Which is the longest Surah of the Holy Quran?

A Surah Al-Imran
B Surah Al-Nisa
C Surah Al-Baqarah
D Surah Al-Maidah

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Correct Answer: Option C — Surah Al-Baqarah

Explanation: Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest Surah of the Holy Quran with 286 verses (Ayahs). It is also called "The Cow".

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The first Wahi (Revelation) was revealed in which cave?

A Cave Hira
B Cave Thawr
C Cave Uhud
D Cave Badr

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Correct Answer: Option A — Cave Hira

Explanation: The first revelation of the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Cave Hira (Ghar-e-Hira) on Mount Noor near Mecca.

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How many Surahs are there in the Holy Quran?

A 112
B 113
C 114
D 115

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Correct Answer: Option C — 114

Explanation: The Holy Quran consists of 114 Surahs (chapters), 30 Paras (parts), and 6236 verses (Ayahs).

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Which companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was awarded the title "Saifullah"?

A Hazrat Ali (RA)
B Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (RA)
C Hazrat Umar (RA)
D Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)

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Correct Answer: Option B — Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (RA)

Explanation: Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (RA) was awarded the title "Saifullah" (Sword of Allah) by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for his exceptional military skills and victories.

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