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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Who fought and killed the warrior ʿAmr ibn ʿAbd Wudd at Khandaq?
Answer:
ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib
ʿAmr ibn ʿAbd Wudd, a renowned Quraysh warrior, crossed the trench to challenge Muslims. ʿAlī (RA) accepted the duel and killed him, boosting Muslim morale. This duel became legendary in Islamic history.
12
Who was the Quraysh leader at the Battle of Khandaq?
Answer:
Abū Sufyān ibn Ḥarb
Abū Sufyān led Quraysh in this coalition. He tried to unite tribes with promises of victory, but the trench strategy foiled his plans. His leadership faltered after this failure.
13
What natural factor helped Muslims against the Quraysh during the siege?
Answer:
A sandstorm and piercing cold wind
Allah sent a fierce wind and sandstorm that disrupted the confederates’ camp. Their tents were uprooted, fires extinguished, and morale broken, forcing them to retreat.
14
How large was the enemy force at Khandaq?
Answer:
10,000
The confederate army of 10,000 men, led by Quraysh and supported by Jewish tribes like Banū Naḍīr, was the largest force assembled against Muslims until then. The Muslims numbered only 3000.
15
How long did it take to complete the trench?
Answer:
2 weeks
The trench was completed in two weeks despite harsh conditions. This showed Muslim unity and dedication under the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership. It became a symbol of their resilience.
16
How many Muslims participated in digging the trench?
Answer:
3000
Around 3000 Muslims worked tirelessly to dig the trench in just two weeks. The Prophet ﷺ himself joined in digging, setting an example of leadership through service.
17
Who suggested the idea of digging a trench?
Answer:
Salmān al-Fārisī
Salmān, from Persia, suggested the trench strategy, common in Persian warfare but unknown in Arabia. His advice was accepted immediately by the Prophet ﷺ, showing Islam’s openness to beneficial knowledge.
18
What does “Ahzāb” mean in the context of this battle?
Answer:
Allies or confederates
Quraysh gathered with various tribes and Jewish groups to form a coalition against the Muslims. This alliance is referred to as Ahzāb in the Qur’an. Their united strength highlighted the seriousness of the threat.
19
Why is the battle called “Khandaq”?
Answer:
Because of a trench dug around Madinah
Khandaq means trench. The Muslims, inspired by Salmān al-Fārisī’s idea, dug a trench around exposed parts of Madinah, making cavalry attacks impossible. This defensive strategy was new to Arabia.
20
In which year of Hijrah did the Battle of Khandaq take place?
Answer:
5 A.H.
The battle took place in Shawwāl, 5 A.H., after Quraysh and their allies planned to attack Madinah. This was two years after Uḥud, showing that Quraysh were still determined to eliminate Islam.