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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What title is given to the month of Ramadan?
Answer:
Sayyid al-Shuhoor (Leader of months)
Ramadan is called Sayyid al-Shuhoor, meaning “Leader of months.” It is the most sacred month in Islam. Fasting, Qur’an revelation, and Laylat al-Qadr occur in it. Its virtues surpass all other months.
32
Who arranged the congregational Tarawih prayer?
Answer:
Umar ibn al-Khattab
It was Umar ibn al-Khattab who arranged Tarawih in congregation during his caliphate. Before that, people prayed it individually or in small groups. Umar organized it under one imam, strengthening unity.
33
Which major battle was fought in the very first Ramadan on 17th?
Answer:
Badr
The Battle of Badr occurred on 17th Ramadan, 2 A.H., the same year fasting became obligatory. Despite fasting, Muslims achieved victory against overwhelming odds. This showed the spiritual strength gained through Ramadan.
34
What does the word Tarawih mean?
Answer:
Rest
Tarawih comes from the Arabic word for “rest.” It refers to the night prayer in Ramadan where breaks were traditionally taken between sets. It became a practice to pray long portions of the Qur’an in congregation.
35
Which gate of Paradise is reserved for those who fast?
Answer:
Bab al-Riyan
Bab al-Riyan is the special door of Paradise for those who observed fasting. Only fasting people will enter through it. This honor shows the immense reward of Saum. It highlights fasting’s status among acts of worship.
36
What is the atonement for deliberately breaking a fast in Ramadan?
Answer:
Feed 60 people or fast 60 days
The kaffarah (atonement) for deliberately breaking a Ramadan fast without valid reason is either feeding 60 poor people or fasting 60 continuous days. This heavy penalty shows the seriousness of fasting. It acts as both punishment and purification.
37
In which surah of the Qur’an is fasting commanded?
Answer:
Surah al-Baqarah
The command of fasting is found in Surah al-Baqarah (2:183). The verse says fasting was prescribed for believers just as it was for previous nations. This links fasting with a universal tradition of worship and self-purification.
38
When was fasting made obligatory for Muslims?
Answer:
2 A.H.
Fasting became obligatory in the 2nd year after Hijrah. This same year, Zakat and the Battle of Badr also occurred. The timing shows how fasting was part of building discipline and identity for the early Muslim community in Madinah.