Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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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
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Which movement is Jamiat-ul-Ansar associated with?
Answer:
Deoband Movement
Jamiat-ul-Ansar is associated with the Deoband Movement. It was the first formal organization of Deoband graduates, aimed at creating a network for social work and political activism among the 'Ulama.
12
The 'Sirat-un-Nabi' by Shibli Nomani is written in which language?
Answer:
Urdu
'Sirat-un-Nabi' is written in Urdu. It is celebrated for its eloquent prose and rigorous historical method, aiming to present the life of the Prophet (PBUH) in a way that addressed both traditional faith and modern rational inquiry.
13
Anjuman-i-Himayat-i-Islam was founded in which city?
Answer:
Lahore
Anjuman-i-Himayat-i-Islam was founded in Lahore, Punjab. Lahore was a major center of cultural and political activity, and the Anjuman became the most influential Muslim socio-educational organization in Northern India.
14
What was the significance of the year 1898 for Nadwa-tul-Ulama?
Answer:
It started functioning as an educational institution
While the Nadwa-tul-Ulama association was established in 1894, it began its actual educational functioning and classes in 1898 in Lucknow, marking its transition from a deliberative assembly to a teaching madrasa.
15
In which city did the Jamiat Millia Islamia first start its journey before moving to Delhi?
Answer:
Aligarh
Jamiat Millia Islamia was actually founded in Aligarh in 1920 during the Non-Cooperation and Khilafat movements. It later moved to Delhi in 1925, where it developed into a major national university.
16
The Nadwa-tul-Ulama was founded with the objective of guiding Muslims in:
Answer:
Both religious and modern knowledge
The objective of Nadwa was to guide and prepare Muslims in both religious education and modern knowledge. It aimed to produce scholars who were well-versed in classical Islamic texts but also understood the contemporary scientific and political world.
17
Which institution did Maulana Muhammad Qasim Nanautavi leave his government job to join?
Answer:
Dar-ul-Uloom Deoband
Maulana Muhammad Qasim Nanautavi sacrificed his professional career and financial security by leaving his government service to join and lead Dar-ul-Uloom Deoband, emphasizing the principle that religious education should be free from government interference.
18
Which department was established at Deoband to provide formal legal decrees on religious matters?
Answer:
Dar-al-Ifta
Dar-al-Ifta was established at Deoband to issue formal fatwas (legal decrees) based on Islamic jurisprudence. It became one of the most respected authorities for religious guidance in the Indian subcontinent.
19
What was the main aim of establishing Dar-ul-Uloom Deoband?
Answer:
To educate Muslim children in religious sciences
The primary aim of Deoband was to educate Muslim children in traditional religious sciences (Quran, Hadith, Fiqh). It sought to create a class of scholars who could provide religious leadership to the community and protect Islamic identity without relying on state support.
20
Who laid the foundation stone of the Dar-ul-Uloom-i-Islamia within Islamia College Peshawar?
Answer:
Haji Tarangzai
The foundation stone of Dar-ul-Uloom-i-Islamia (the religious block of the college) was laid by the famous freedom fighter and spiritual leader Haji Tarangzai. This was done to ensure that the college enjoyed the support of both the modernists and the religious traditionalists.