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The Islamic concept of 'Akhirah' refers to?

  • A This worldly life
  • B The Hereafter
  • C Day of Judgment only
  • D Paradise
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Correct Answer: Option B — The Hereafter
Explanation: Akhirah in Islam refers to the Hereafter or life after death. It encompasses the events after death including the questioning in the grave the Day of Resurrection the Day of Judgment and the final abode of either Jannah (Paradise) or Jahannam (Hell). Belief in the Akhirah is one of the six pillars of Islamic faith.
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The Night of Power (Laylat-ul-Qadr) falls in which part of Ramadan?

  • A First ten days
  • B Second ten days
  • C Last ten days
  • D Any night of Ramadan
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Correct Answer: Option C — Last ten days
Explanation: Laylat-ul-Qadr (Night of Power) falls in the last ten nights of Ramadan particularly on odd nights such as the 21st 23rd 25th 27th or 29th. The Quran states it is better than a thousand months. The Prophet (PBUH) encouraged Muslims to seek it in the last ten nights through increased worship and devotion.
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The first Mosque built in Islam was?

  • A Masjid Al-Haram
  • B Masjid Al-Nabawi
  • C Masjid Al-Aqsa
  • D Masjid Quba
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Correct Answer: Option D — Masjid Quba
Explanation: Masjid Quba was the first mosque built in Islamic history. It was constructed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) upon his arrival in Quba near Madinah during the Hijra in 622 AD. The Prophet (PBUH) stated that praying two rakats in Masjid Quba carries the reward of one Umrah making it a highly blessed site.
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Easy fpsc

Which Surah contains the verse Ayat-ul-Kursi?

  • A Surah Al-Imran
  • B Surah An-Nisa
  • C Surah Al-Baqarah
  • D Surah Al-Maidah
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Correct Answer: Option C — Surah Al-Baqarah
Explanation: Ayat-ul-Kursi (The Verse of the Throne) is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah. It is considered the greatest verse in the Quran and describes Allah's attributes of sovereignty and omniscience. The Prophet (PBUH) stated that whoever recites it after each obligatory prayer will be protected until the next prayer.
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Easy fpsc

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
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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.
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Easy fpsc

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation at the age of?

  • A 35
  • B 38
  • C 40
  • D 45
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Correct Answer: Option C — 40
Explanation: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first divine revelation at the age of 40 in the Cave of Hira in 610 AD. The first revealed words were Iqra (Read) the opening verses of Surah Al-Alaq. This marked the beginning of his prophethood which continued for 23 years until his death at age 63.
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Easy fpsc

Which angel is responsible for delivering revelation to the Prophets?

  • A Jibreel (AS)
  • B Mikail (AS)
  • C Israfeel (AS)
  • D Izraeel (AS)
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Correct Answer: Option A — Jibreel (AS)
Explanation: Angel Jibreel (AS) also known as Gabriel is the angel of revelation who delivered Allah's messages to all the prophets. He brought the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and is described in the Quran as Ruhul Amin (the Trustworthy Spirit) and Ruhul Qudus (the Holy Spirit). He appears multiple times in the Quran.
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Easy fpsc

Which prophet is known as Khalilullah (Friend of Allah)?

  • A Prophet Musa (AS)
  • B Prophet Ibrahim (AS)
  • C Prophet Isa (AS)
  • D Prophet Yusuf (AS)
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Correct Answer: Option B — Prophet Ibrahim (AS)
Explanation: Prophet Ibrahim (AS) is given the title Khalilullah meaning Friend of Allah. This title appears in the Quran in Surah An-Nisa (4:125). He demonstrated unwavering obedience to Allah including his willingness to sacrifice his son and his destruction of idols. He is considered the father of the Abrahamic faiths.
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Easy fpsc

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born in which year?

  • A 569 AD
  • B 570 AD
  • C 571 AD
  • D 572 AD
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Correct Answer: Option B — 570 AD
Explanation: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born on 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal 570 AD commonly referred to as the Year of the Elephant when Abraha's army marched toward Makkah with elephants. He was born in Makkah in the house of Abu Talib and his birth year is celebrated globally as Eid Milad-un-Nabi.
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Easy fpsc

The first Wahi (revelation) was received by the Prophet (PBUH) in which cave?

  • A Cave of Thawr
  • B Cave of Hira
  • C Cave of Uhud
  • D Cave of Badr
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Correct Answer: Option B — Cave of Hira
Explanation: The first revelation was received by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in the Cave of Hira on Jabal al-Nour near Makkah. The first revealed verses were the opening five ayahs of Surah Al-Alaq. This event occurred in the month of Ramadan when the Prophet was 40 years old and marks the beginning of prophethood.
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Which Surah is known as the 'Heart of the Quran'?

  • A Surah Al-Fatiha
  • B Surah Al-Ikhlas
  • C Surah Yaseen
  • D Surah Al-Baqarah
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Correct Answer: Option C — Surah Yaseen
Explanation: Surah Yaseen is referred to as the Heart of the Quran based on a hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It is the 36th Surah and emphasizes the core themes of the Quran including Tawheed resurrection prophethood and the rewards of believers. It is widely recited for the dying and deceased.
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Which city became the first capital of the Islamic state after Hijrah?

  • A Taif
  • B Makkah
  • C Madinah
  • D Jerusalem
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Correct Answer: Option C — Madinah
Explanation: After the Hijrah, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) established the first Islamic state in Madinah which became the center of Islamic governance and society.
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What is the Arabic term for compulsory charity in Islam?

  • A Sadaqah
  • B Zakat
  • C Fitrana
  • D Khairat
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Correct Answer: Option B — Zakat
Explanation: Zakat is a compulsory form of charity and one of the five pillars of Islam intended to help the poor and purify wealth.
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Which angel brought revelations to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

  • A Mikail (AS)
  • B Israfil (AS)
  • C Jibreel (AS)
  • D Izrail (AS)
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Correct Answer: Option C — Jibreel (AS)
Explanation: Angel Jibreel (AS) was responsible for bringing Allah's revelations to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) over a period of twenty-three years.
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How many verses are there in Surah Al-Fatiha?

  • A Five
  • B Six
  • C Seven
  • D Eight
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Correct Answer: Option C — Seven
Explanation: Surah Al-Fatiha contains seven verses and is recited in every unit of Salah, making it one of the most frequently recited chapters of the Quran.
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Which battle is known as the first major battle in Islam?

  • A Battle of Uhud
  • B Battle of Badr
  • C Battle of Khandaq
  • D Battle of Hunain
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Correct Answer: Option B — Battle of Badr
Explanation: The Battle of Badr fought in 2 Hijri was the first major military confrontation between Muslims and the Quraysh and resulted in a significant Muslim victory.
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In which Islamic month is fasting obligatory?

  • A Muharram
  • B Rajab
  • C Ramadan
  • D Shaban
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Correct Answer: Option C — Ramadan
Explanation: Fasting is obligatory during the month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and a time of spiritual reflection and worship.
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Which Surah is known as the Heart of the Quran?

  • A Surah Al-Baqarah
  • B Surah Yaseen
  • C Surah Al-Kahf
  • D Surah Al-Mulk
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Correct Answer: Option B — Surah Yaseen
Explanation: Surah Yaseen is commonly referred to as the Heart of the Quran due to its emphasis on faith, resurrection and divine guidance.
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How many pillars of Islam are there?

  • A Four
  • B Five
  • C Six
  • D Seven
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Correct Answer: Option B — Five
Explanation: Islam is based on five pillars: Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm and Hajj. These pillars provide the foundation of a Muslim's faith and practice.
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In which cave was the first revelation of the Holy Quran received?

  • A Cave of Thawr
  • B Cave of Hira
  • C Cave of Uhud
  • D Cave of Safa
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Correct Answer: Option B — Cave of Hira
Explanation: The first revelation was received by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Cave Hira near Makkah through Angel Jibreel. This event marked the beginning of prophethood and the revelation of the Holy Quran.
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