General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
22341
The 'Year of Sorrow' (Aam-ul-Huzn) refers to the year when:
Answer:
Hazrat Khadija and Abu Talib passed away
The 10th year of Prophethood is called the Year of Sorrow because the Prophet's beloved wife Khadija (R.A) and his protecting uncle Abu Talib died in that year.
22342
Who introduced the police system (Diwan-ul-Jund) in Islam?
Answer:
Hazrat Umar (R.A)
Hazrat Umar (R.A) is credited with establishing the police department, standing army, and various administrative bodies (Diwans) for the state.
22343
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) stayed in the Cave of Saur for how many nights?
Answer:
3 nights
During the Hijrah, the Prophet (PBUH) and Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) hid in the Cave of Saur (Thawr) for 3 nights to evade the Quraysh trackers.
22344
Who was the first host of the Prophet (PBUH) in Madina?
Answer:
Hazrat Abu Ayyub Ansari (R.A)
When the Prophet (PBUH) arrived in Madina, his camel stopped at the house of Hazrat Abu Ayyub Ansari (R.A), who had the honor of hosting him.
22345
In which battle did 70 Huffaz (Memorizers of Quran) embrace martyrdom?
Answer:
Battle of Yamama
During the Battle of Yamama against Musailimah Kazzab, about 70 (some sources say more) Huffaz-e-Quran were martyred, prompting the compilation of the Quran.
22346
The shortest Surah in the Holy Quran is:
Answer:
Surah Kawthar
Surah Al-Kawthar is the shortest Surah in the Quran, consisting of only 3 verses.
22347
Who is known as 'Adam-e-Sani' (The Second Adam)?
Answer:
Hazrat Nuh (A.S)
Hazrat Nuh (A.S) (Noah) is called 'Adam-e-Sani' because the human race continued through his progeny after the Great Flood.
22348
Which battle was the last battle participated in by the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?
Answer:
Battle of Tabuk
The Battle of Tabuk (9 A.H) was the last military expedition led personally by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It ended without actual fighting as the Romans withdrew.
22349
Who was the first child to accept Islam?
Answer:
Hazrat Ali (R.A)
Hazrat Ali (R.A) was the first child to accept Islam. He was approximately 10 years old at the time.
22350
Saladin Ayyubi (Salahuddin) recaptured Jerusalem from the Crusaders in which year?
Answer:
1187 CE
Sultan Salahuddin Ayyubi liberated Jerusalem from the Crusaders in 1187 CE following the decisive Battle of Hattin.