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
Which Companion was especially known for bravery in Ḥunayn?
Answer:
ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib
ʿAlī fought fiercely at Ḥunayn, helping turn the tide. His swordsmanship was legendary in this battle as in others.
32
What duʿāʾ did the Prophet ﷺ make at Ḥunayn?
Answer:
“I am the Prophet, it is no lie! I am the son of ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib!”
The Prophet ﷺ called out with courage, rallying the Muslims to return to battle. His words restored their confidence.
33
Who remained steadfast with the Prophet ﷺ during the retreat?
Answer:
A small group of Muhājirīn and Anṣār
About 100 companions, including Abū Bakr and ʿUmar, stayed firm with the Prophet ﷺ while others retreated.
34
What happened to the Muslim army in the early stage of the battle?
Answer:
They panicked and fled
Many Muslims fled when ambushed, except a small group who stayed firm around the Prophet ﷺ.
35
Where did the Hawāzin set their ambush?
Answer:
In the valley of Ḥunayn
The Hawāzin hid in the valley passes of Ḥunayn, attacking suddenly when Muslims entered, causing initial panic.
36
What mistake did some Muslims make before the battle began?
Answer:
Overconfidence in their large numbers
Some Muslims boasted, “We will never be defeated today because of our numbers.” Allah tested them to show that victory comes only from Him.
37
How many soldiers did the Hawāzin and Thaqīf have?
Answer:
10,000
The enemy forces numbered around 10,000. Though smaller, they used surprise tactics in the valley to catch Muslims off guard.
38
What was the size of the Muslim army at Ḥunayn?
Answer:
12,000
The Muslim army numbered about 12,000, including 10,000 from Madinah and 2,000 new Makkan converts. It was the largest Muslim force so far.
39
Against which tribes was the Battle of Ḥunayn fought?
Answer:
Hawāzin and Thaqīf
The Hawāzin and Thaqīf tribes feared losing power after the Muslims’ victory at Makkah, so they gathered a large army to fight at Ḥunayn.
40
In which year did the Battle of Ḥunayn take place?
Answer:
8 A.H.
The Battle of Ḥunayn occurred in Shawwāl 8 A.H., just weeks after the Conquest of Makkah. It was one of the last major battles of the Prophet ﷺ.