Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams) MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams)
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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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231:
Who was the eldest daughter of the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
Zainab
Zainab (RA) was the eldest daughter of the Prophet ﷺ. Fatima was the youngest. The others were in between. Zainab married Abu al-As.
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230:
Which title was given to Ayesha (RA)?
Answer:
was honored with titles like Al-Tayyibeen. Other titles such as Al-Siddiqah also reflect her character. The other options belong to different personalities.
Ayesha (RA) was honored with titles like Al-Tayyibeen. Other titles such as Al-Siddiqah also reflect her character. The other options belong to different personalities.
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229:
Why did the Prophet ﷺ not offer funeral prayer for Khadija (RA)?
Answer:
Allah’s will
According to narrations, the Prophet ﷺ did not lead Khadija’s funeral prayer as it was by Allah’s will. This should not be misinterpreted as neglect. Her spiritual station was already high.
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228:
Who was the only Ummul Mu’minīn not buried in Jannat al-Baqi?
Answer:
Khadija
Khadija (RA) was buried in Jannat al-Moalla, Makkah, while the others were buried in Jannat al-Baqi, Madinah. This reflects the early Makkan phase.
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227:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ said about Ayesha: “My soul might be in her body”?
Answer:
Sauda
Sauda (RA) expressed her deep admiration for Ayesha (RA) with this statement. It shows the respect among the Prophet’s wives. The others are not recorded to have said this.
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226:
Who was the Prophet’s third wife?
Answer:
Ayesha
Ayesha (RA) was the third wife after Khadija and Sauda. She was known for her knowledge and narration of hadith. The others became wives later.
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225:
Which Ummul Mu’minīn received salutation (Salaam) directly from Allah?
Answer:
Khadija
Khadija (RA) received a direct salutation from Allah conveyed through Jibrael. None of the other wives had this honor. It reflects her unique status as the first believer.
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224:
What was the original name of Ummul Mu’minīn Juwayriya?
Answer:
Renaming emphasized humility and suitability. Many companions had names changed for better meanings.
Juwayriya’s original name was Barrah, but the Prophet ﷺ renamed her Juwayriya. Renaming emphasized humility and suitability. Many companions had names changed for better meanings.
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223:
Which king facilitated the Prophet’s marriage to Umm Habiba?
Answer:
Najashi of Abyssinia
The Christian king Najashi solemnized the Prophet’s ﷺ marriage to Umm Habiba during her stay in Abyssinia. The other rulers had no such role. This reflects Najashi’s closeness to Islam.
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222:
Where was Khadija (RA) buried?
Answer:
Jannat al-Moalla, Makkah
Khadija (RA) was buried at Jannat al-Moalla in Makkah, not at Jannat al-Baqi like most other wives. This cemetery is one of the oldest in Makkah. Her burial there is a reminder of the Makkan struggles.