Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams) MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams)
<p>MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.</p>
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
51
Which Surah is the closing chapter of the Qur’an?
Answer:
Surah al-Nas
Surah al-Nas (114) ends the Qur’an seeking refuge in Allah from whisperings of shayatin. Its ending reminds believers that the ultimate struggle is against inner and outer evil. Qur’an thus closes on dependence upon Allah. It completes the cycle of guidance with protection.
52
Which Surah tells the story of Qarun and his wealth?
Answer:
Surah al-Qasas
Surah al-Qasas narrates Qarun’s arrogance and destruction. It warns against pride in wealth. It contrasts dunya with akhirah. It teaches humility and gratitude.
53
Which Surah contains the verse "Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves"?
Answer:
Surah al-Ra’d
Qur’an 13:11 emphasizes self-reform as prerequisite for societal reform. It places responsibility on human will within divine decree. It is foundational for Islamic sociology. It stresses moral agency.
54
Which Surah emphasizes time as witness: "By time, man is in loss"?
Answer:
Surah al-Asr
Surah al-Asr swears by time and declares mankind in loss except believers with good deeds, truth, and patience. Scholars called it a summary of Qur’an’s message. It emphasizes urgency of faith. It connects iman with ethics.
55
Which Surah was revealed after the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah?
Answer:
Surah al-Fath
Surah al-Fath celebrated Hudaybiyyah as a clear victory. Though seemingly disadvantageous, it paved way for Islam’s spread. It teaches patience and trust in divine plan. It reframes events spiritually.
56
Which Surah describes the two gardens for the righteous?
Answer:
Surah al-Rahman
Surah al-Rahman describes two gardens for believers. Its imagery of rivers and fruits inspires longing. It repeats the refrain about divine favors. It shows Qur’an’s poetic beauty.
57
Which Surah is sometimes called "the chapter of manners"?
Answer:
Surah al-Hujurat
Surah al-Hujurat details ethics of community life: respect, avoiding gossip, and unity. It refines akhlaq alongside law. It is called the Surah of manners. It nurtures social harmony.
58
Which Surah is known as "the Surah of consultation"?
Answer:
Surah al-Shura
Surah al-Shura emphasizes shura (consultation) as part of governance. It affirms collective decision-making under divine guidance. It integrates politics with spirituality. It exemplifies Qur’an’s holistic worldview.
59
Which Surah was revealed in grief after the Prophet’s son’s death?
Answer:
Surah al-Kawthar
Surah al-Kawthar consoled the Prophet ﷺ after mockery at his son’s death. Allah promised abundance and legacy. It instructs prayer and sacrifice. It affirms divine support in hardship.
60
Which Surah has the parable of the donkey carrying books?
Answer:
Surah al-Jumuʿah
Surah al-Jumuʿah gives the parable of Jews entrusted with Torah but not acting upon it, like a donkey carrying books. It warns against neglecting revelation. Knowledge without action is condemned. It stresses applying Qur’an.