Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams) MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams)
<p>MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.</p>
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
11
What is the Arabic term for the act of bowing during prayer?
Answer:
Ruku‘
Ruku‘ refers to bowing with the back straight while glorifying Allah.
12
How many times is the Adhan called for Jumu‘ah (Friday) prayer in most traditions?
Answer:
Twice
Uthman (RA) added a second Adhan for Jumu‘ah during his caliphate for practical reasons.
13
What is the Arabic term for the shorter call before starting Salah in congregation?
Answer:
Iqamah
Iqamah is called just before Salah begins in congregation.
14
Who was the first mu’adhin (caller to prayer) in Islam?
Answer:
Bilal ibn Rabah (RA)
Bilal (RA) was the first mu’adhin appointed by the Prophet ﷺ.
15
What is the Arabic term for the call to prayer?
Answer:
Adhan
Adhan is the call to prayer, inviting Muslims to congregational Salah.
16
Which prayer is known as the 'middle prayer' (Salat al-Wusta) in the Qur’an?
Answer:
Asr
Most scholars interpret 'Salat al-Wusta' (Qur’an 2:238) as the Asr prayer.
17
Which prayer is performed just after sunset?
Answer:
Maghrib
Maghrib consists of three rak‘ahs and is prayed just after sunset.
18
What is the direction (qiblah) Muslims face during Salah?
Answer:
Ka‘bah in Makkah
Muslims face the Ka‘bah in Makkah as their qiblah during Salah.
19
Which Surah is recited in every unit (rak‘ah) of Salah?
Answer:
Surah Al-Fatiha
Surah Al-Fatiha is mandatory (fard) to recite in every rak‘ah.
20
What is the first pillar (rukn) of Salah?
Answer:
Takbir al-Ihram
The first pillar of Salah is Takbir al-Ihram — saying 'Allahu Akbar' to begin prayer.