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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221:
Which son of the Prophet ﷺ was born to Hazrat Maria al-Qibtiyya?
Answer:
Ibrahim
Ibrahim (RA) was the son of the Prophet ﷺ and Hazrat Maria al-Qibtiyya. Qasim and Abdullah were born to Khadija, while Hasan was the grandson. Ibrahim passed away in infancy in Madinah.
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220:
After which battle did the Prophet ﷺ marry Safiyya (RA)?
Answer:
Khyber
After the victory at Khyber, the Prophet ﷺ married Safiyya (RA). This marriage was both personal and reconciliatory. The other battles did not involve this union.
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219:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was a descendant of Haroon (AS)?
Answer:
Safiyya
Safiyya (RA) was of Jewish origin, descended from Haroon (AS). She accepted Islam after the Battle of Khyber. The others had Qurayshi lineage.
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218:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ migrated both to Abyssinia and Madinah?
Answer:
Umm Habiba
Umm Habiba (RA) migrated to both Abyssinia and later Madinah, showing her resilience. The others had different migration paths. Her marriage strengthened ties with Quraysh.
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217:
Who was the daughter of Abu Sufyan and also a wife of the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
, daughter of Abu Sufyan, was married to the Prophet ﷺ. Safiyya was from Banu Israel, Hafsa from Umar’s family, and Zainab from Banu Asad.
Umm Habiba (RA), daughter of Abu Sufyan, was married to the Prophet ﷺ. Safiyya was from Banu Israel, Hafsa from Umar’s family, and Zainab from Banu Asad.
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216:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was alive at the tragedy of Karbala?
Answer:
Umm Salma
Umm Salma (RA) lived to witness Karbala and mourned the martyrdom of Husayn (RA). The others had passed away before. Her longevity gave her a unique historical role.
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215:
Who was the first to read Salah among the Ummah?
Answer:
Khadija
Khadija (RA) was the first woman to pray Salah in Islam. Ali (RA) was the first male child, Abu Bakr the first adult male. This shows her early devotion.
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214:
Which daughter of Umar ibn al-Khattab married the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
Hafsa
Hafsa (RA), daughter of Umar, was married to the Prophet ﷺ after her widowhood. The others were daughters of the Prophet himself. Her marriage strengthened ties with Umar.
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213:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was married to him by divine revelation?
Answer:
Zainab bint Jahsh
The marriage of Zainab bint Jahsh (RA) was commanded directly by Allah in Surah Ahzab. The others were married for social or political reasons. This marriage refuted pre-Islamic adoption rules.
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212:
Who was the Prophet’s second wife?
Answer:
Sauda
After Khadija, the Prophet ﷺ married Sauda bint Zam‘a (RA). The others became wives later. She was known for her devotion and kindness.