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 does "al-Sajʿ" in Qur’an studies refer to?
Answer:
Rhythmic prose style of verses
Sajʿ is Qur’an’s unique rhythmic prose, neither poetry nor ordinary prose. It captivates hearts and ears. It forms part of its iʿjaz. It resists imitation.
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Which Surah is sometimes called "Qalb al-Qur’an" (Heart of Qur’an)?
Answer:
Surah Ya-Sin
Surah Ya-Sin is called the heart due to its focus on resurrection and warnings. Recitation brings spiritual relief. The Prophet ﷺ recommended its recitation for dying. It carries unique barakah.
83
Which Surah emphasizes unity: "Hold fast to the rope of Allah"?
Answer:
Surah Al-Imran
> "وَاعْتَصِمُوا بِحَبْلِ اللَّهِ جَمِيعًا..." Qur’an 3:103
This verse in Surah Al-Imran commands unity on Qur’an and Sunnah. It forbids division. It shows Qur’an as the unifying rope. It grounds communal solidarity.
84
Which Surah narrates the story of the Companions of the Cave?
Answer:
Surah al-Kahf
Surah al-Kahf recounts youth who fled for faith and slept centuries. It symbolizes resilience against fitnah. It is a Surah of protection against Dajjal. It teaches reliance on Allah in trials.
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Which Surah is called "Surah al-Nas"?
Answer:
Surah 114
Surah al-Nas (114) is the last chapter, seeking refuge from evil whispers. It emphasizes reliance on Allah’s protection. It pairs with Surah al-Falaq as al-Muʿawwidhatayn. They shield believers from harm.
86
How many manzils (weekly divisions) is the Qur’an divided into?
Answer:
7
Qur’an is divided into 7 manzils for weekly recitation. Each manzil completes the Qur’an in one week. This division was used by early Muslims. It facilitates rhythm in worship.
87
Which Surah contains the verse "Indeed, with hardship comes ease"?
Answer:
Surah al-Sharh
Surah al-Sharh repeats "with hardship comes ease." It consoles believers in trials. The repetition emphasizes divine mercy. It assures hope in adversity.
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What is the "Rasm al-Uthmani"?
Answer:
Standardized script of Qur’an under Uthman
Rasm Uthmani refers to the orthographic style standardized under Caliph Uthman. It preserved consistency across copies sent to regions. Variants were reconciled by qira’at. It reflects ijma’ in preservation.
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What is "al-Tahfiz" in Qur’anic sciences?
Answer:
Preservation through memorization
Tahfiz means memorization of Qur’an, a central preservation method. Millions have memorized it unchanged for centuries. It ensures continuity alongside written mushaf. It shows Qur’an as living miracle.
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Which Surah begins with "Iqra’ bismi Rabbika"?
Answer:
Surah al-ʿAlaq
Surah al-ʿAlaq begins with command to read. It affirms knowledge as central to Islam. It was the first revelation. It stresses Allah as source of knowledge.