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
31
How many obligatory acts are in ghusl?
Answer:
3
Ghusl has 3 farz: rinsing the mouth, rinsing the nose, and washing the whole body. If any of these are missed, ghusl is incomplete. There are 5 Sunnah acts that complete its perfection.
32
How many obligatory acts are in wudu?
Answer:
4
There are 4 farz acts in wudu: washing the face, washing arms up to elbows, wiping the head, and washing feet up to ankles. Without these, wudu is invalid. In addition, there are 14 Sunnah acts that perfect wudu.
33
What is a Munfarid?
Answer:
One who prays alone
A Munfarid is someone who performs prayer individually, not in congregation. Though valid, congregational prayer carries 27 times more reward. Islam emphasizes unity through collective worship.
34
What is Qaumah in salat?
Answer:
Standing straight after ruku‘
Qaumah is the position of standing upright after rising from ruku‘. It is a Sunnah act that completes the flow of prayer. It ensures calmness before proceeding to sajdah. Neglecting it reduces the prayer’s perfection.
35
What is Jalsah in salat?
Answer:
Short pause between two sajdahs
Jalsah is the brief pause of sitting between two sajdahs. It is wajib according to many jurists. It allows calmness and composure in prayer. The Prophet ﷺ emphasized tranquility in every movement.
36
What is Qa‘dah in salat?
Answer:
Sitting straight in prayer
Qa‘dah refers to sitting straight in salat, especially during tashahhud. It is a farz to complete the prayer properly. The sitting reflects humility and submission. It also provides the position for reciting shahadah.
37
What does the word Tahajjud literally mean?
Answer:
Abandoning sleep
Tahajjud literally means abandoning sleep. It refers to voluntary night prayer after sleeping. The Prophet ﷺ prayed it regularly, and the Qur’an praises those who do so. It carries immense spiritual reward.
38
Who is called a Masbuq in salat?
Answer:
One who misses at least one rak‘ah
A Masbuq is the person who joins after the imam has already prayed one rak‘ah or more. He must complete the missed rak‘ahs after the imam finishes. The Prophet ﷺ taught: “What you catch, pray; what you miss, complete it.”
39
Who is called a Mudrak in salat?
Answer:
One who starts with the imam
A Mudrak is the person who begins salat with the imam from the first takbeer. He experiences the prayer fully in congregation. This contrasts with a Masbuq, who joins late. Both categories show how Islamic law values congregation.
40
What is the ruling of Eid prayer in Islamic law?
Answer:
Wajib
Eid prayer is regarded as wajib (obligatory according to many jurists). The Prophet ﷺ never abandoned it and encouraged all, including women, to attend. It is performed with additional takbeerat. Its community nature emphasizes collective celebration of obedience to Allah.