Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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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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Maulana Shibli Nomani is the author of which famous biography of the Prophet (PBUH)?
Answer:
Both B and C
Maulana Shibli Nomani wrote 'Sirat-un-Nabi' (The Life of the Prophet) and 'Al-Faruq' (The Life of Hazrat Umar). 'Sirat-un-Nabi' is considered one of the most scholarly and authentic biographies written in Urdu, though it was completed by his student Sulaiman Nadvi after his death.
32
Who introduced English as a compulsory subject at Nadwa-tul-Ulama?
Answer:
Maulana Shibli Nomani
Maulana Shibli Nomani was responsible for making English a compulsory subject at Nadwa. He believed that for religious scholars to effectively communicate and defend Islam in the modern world, they must be proficient in the English language and modern sciences.
33
In 1883, Shibli Nomani joined Aligarh College to teach which subject?
Answer:
Arabic
In 1883, Shibli joined the M.A.O. College Aligarh as an Assistant Professor of Arabic. During his time there, he worked closely with Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, though they eventually developed differences regarding educational and religious interpretations.
34
Shibli Nomani was born in which city?
Answer:
Azamgarh
Shibli Nomani was born in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh. He was educated in traditional Islamic sciences but later became a proponent of synthesizing traditional values with modern research methodologies.
35
Maulana Shibli Nomani, a key figure in Nadwa and Aligarh, was born in which year?
Answer:
1857
Maulana Shibli Nomani was born in 1857, the same year as the Great War of Independence. He grew up to be a versatile scholar, historian, and educator who left a deep impact on both the Aligarh and Nadwa movements.
36
Who laid the foundation stone of the Nadwa-tul-Ulama building?
Answer:
John Briscott Hewitt
The foundation stone of the building for Nadwa-tul-Ulama was laid by John Briscott Hewitt, the then Lieutenant Governor of the United Provinces, signifying a degree of recognition for the institution's reformist educational goals.
37
In which city did Nadwa-tul-Ulama eventually start its regular functioning?
Answer:
Lucknow
Although discussed elsewhere, Nadwa-tul-Ulama started its regular operations in Lucknow. The city’s rich cultural and intellectual history provided a suitable environment for an institution aiming to bridge traditional and modern education.
38
Who is considered the earlier or primary founder associated with the initial concept of Nadwa?
Answer:
Maulvi Abdul
Maulvi Abdul is cited as the early founder of the Nadwa concept. While Shibli Nomani later became its most famous face and administrator, the initial organizational effort was spearheaded by Maulvi Abdul and his colleagues.
39
At which location was the creation of Nadwa-tul-Ulama first announced?
Answer:
Madrassah Faiz-Am Cawnpur
The proposal and announcement for the establishment of Nadwa-tul-Ulama took place at Madrassah Faiz-Am in Cawnpur (Kanpur) during its annual convocation, where scholars gathered to discuss educational reforms.
40
What is the literal meaning of the word 'Nadwa'?
Answer:
Assembly or Group
The word 'Nadwa' literally means an assembly, council, or group. This reflects the institution's aim to bring scholars of different schools of thought together on a single platform to discuss and resolve the challenges facing the Muslim community.