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
81
The Tijaniyya order is particularly influential in which region?
Answer:
West and North Africa
The Tijaniyya order is especially influential across West and North Africa. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
82
Which Sufi order was founded by Shihab al-Din Suhrawardi?
Answer:
Suhrawardiyya
The Suhrawardiyya order was founded by Shihab al-Din Suhrawardi. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
83
Which Sufi order did Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī inspire, known for the famous 'whirling dervishes'?
Answer:
Mawlawiyya
The Mawlawiyya order is associated with Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī and the whirling dervishes. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
84
The Naqshbandiyya order is known for emphasizing:
Answer:
Silent dhikr
The Naqshbandiyya order is known for its silent remembrance (dhikr) practices. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
85
Who founded the Chishtiyya Sufi order?
Answer:
Muin al-Din Chishti
The Chishtiyya order was founded by Muin al-Din Chishti, known for its emphasis on love and service in South Asia. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
86
Which Sufi order is considered one of the oldest and most widespread in the Muslim world?
Answer:
Qādiriyya
The Qādiriyya order, founded by ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī in Baghdad, is one of the oldest and most widespread Sufi orders. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
87
What is a Sufi order (ṭarīqah) in Islam?
Answer:
A path of spiritual discipline and remembrance
A Sufi order (ṭarīqah) is a spiritual path and discipline focused on inner purification and remembrance (dhikr).