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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The migration (Hijrah) of the Prophet (SAW) from Makkah to Madinah took place in which year?
Answer:
622 CE
The Hijrah occurred in 622 CE as a result of the intensifying persecution of Muslims in Makkah. This migration to Yathrib (later renamed Madinat al-Nabi) marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar (Hijri) and the establishment of the first Islamic state.
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In which year did the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) receive the first revelation in the Cave of Hira?
Answer:
610 CE
The first revelation occurred in 610 CE during the month of Ramadan when the Angel Jibril visited the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) in the Cave of Hira. This event marked the beginning of his prophethood and the gradual revelation of the Quran over the next 23 years.