Question 1

The 'Year of Sorrow' (Aam-ul-Huzn) was the:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 10th Nabvi

Explanation: The 10th year of Prophethood is called the 'Year of Sorrow' because the Prophet (PBUH) lost his two greatest supports: his beloved wife Hazrat Khadija (RA) and his protecting uncle Abu Talib. This occurred shortly before the event of Miraj.

Question 2

What is the share of a widow in her husband's property if they have children?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 1/8

Explanation: According to Islamic inheritance law, a widow is entitled to 1/8th of her deceased husband's property if they have children (or son's children). If they have no children, her share increases to 1/4th. This is explicitly mentioned in Surah An-Nisa.

Question 3

Who led the funeral prayer of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: No one individually

Explanation: The funeral prayer (Janaza) of the Prophet (PBUH) was unique. There was no single Imam. Instead, small groups of Sahaba entered the room where his body lay, offered the prayer individually/in small groups, and left. This continued until all men, women, and children had paid their respects.

Question 4

Which Surah was revealed twice (once in Makkah, once in Madina)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Surah Al-Fatiha

Explanation: Surah Al-Fatiha is widely considered to have been revealed twice: once in Makkah (making it a Makki Surah) and later in Madina (to emphasize its importance or for the change of Qibla). This is why it holds such a central status in the Quran.

Question 5

The literal meaning of 'Wahi' is:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hidden indication/whisper

Explanation: The literal meaning of 'Wahi' is a hidden indication, swift signal, or whisper. In Islamic terminology, it refers to the divine revelation communicated by Allah to His Prophets, usually through the Archangel Jibrail. It is the source of the Quran.

Question 6

Which Prophet's nation was destroyed by a rain of stones?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Lut (AS)

Explanation: The nation of Hazrat Lut (AS) (Sodom and Gomorrah) was destroyed for their immorality (homosexuality) and refusal to repent. Allah turned their settlements upside down and rained upon them stones of baked clay (Sijjil). The Dead Sea is located where this nation once lived.

Question 7

Who is called 'Sheikh-ul-Anbiya' (Chief of Prophets)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Nuh (AS)

Explanation: Hazrat Nuh (AS) (Noah) is known as 'Sheikh-ul-Anbiya' (The Elder/Chief of Prophets) because of his extremely long life and the long duration of his preaching (950 years). He is also the first of the 'Ulul-Azm' (Resolute) Messengers.

Question 8

The second migration to Abyssinia took place in:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 6 Nabvi

Explanation: The second migration to Abyssinia took place in the 6th year of Prophethood (some sources say later in 5th or early 7th, but generally 6th/7th). It was a larger group consisting of about 83 men and 18 women, led by Hazrat Jafar bin Abu Talib (RA), who famously addressed the King Najashi.

Question 9

Which Surah is known as 'Sab'a al-Mathani'?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Surah Al-Fatiha

Explanation: Surah Al-Fatiha is called 'Sab'a al-Mathani' (The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses). This title is given by Allah in the Quran itself (Surah Al-Hijr: 87). It refers to the fact that its 7 verses are repeated in every unit of every prayer.

Question 10

The height of Hazrat Adam (AS) was:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 60 Feet

Explanation: According to a Hadith in Sahih Bukhari, Allah created Hazrat Adam (AS) with a height of 60 cubits (approx 90 feet or sometimes cited as 60 feet depending on cubit definition, but '60 cubits' is the Hadith text). Humans have been decreasing in stature since then.

Question 11

Which Prophet was a carpenter by profession?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Zakariya (AS)

Explanation: Hazrat Zakariya (AS) earned his livelihood as a carpenter. Hazrat Dawood (AS) was an ironworker (made armor), and Hazrat Musa (AS) was a shepherd. Islam teaches the dignity of labor, and all Prophets engaged in work to support themselves.

Question 12

Who introduced the Islamic Calendar (Hijri Calendar)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Umar (RA)

Explanation: Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA) introduced the Hijri Calendar in 17 AH during his caliphate. He chose the year of the Prophet's Migration (Hijrah) from Makkah to Madina as the starting point (Year 1) because it marked the turning point in Islamic history and the establishment of the Islamic state.

Question 13

The word 'Zakat' occurs in the Quran paired with 'Salah' how many times?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 32

Explanation: The command for Zakat is mentioned along with Salah (Prayer) 32 times in the Quran (e.g., 'Establish Prayer and give Zakat'). In total, Zakat is mentioned 82 times, but the specific pairing occurs 32 times, emphasizing that prayer and charity go hand in hand.

Question 14

Which Companion is buried in Constantinople (Istanbul)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Abu Ayub Ansari (RA)

Explanation: Hazrat Abu Ayub Ansari (RA) is buried in Istanbul, Turkey. He hosted the Prophet (PBUH) in Madina upon his arrival. He died during the first Muslim siege of Constantinople in the Umayyad era (around 52 AH). His tomb is a major landmark near the Golden Horn.

Question 15

The Holy Prophet (PBUH) had how many sons?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 3

Explanation: The Prophet (PBUH) had 3 sons: Qasim, Abdullah (both from Hazrat Khadija), and Ibrahim (from Hazrat Maria Qibtiya). All of them passed away in childhood. Qasim was the first born, hence the Prophet's Kuniyat 'Abul Qasim'. Their early deaths were a great trial for the Prophet.

Question 16

Bait-e-Rizwan was made to avenge the rumored death of:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Usman (RA)

Explanation: Bait-e-Rizwan (Pledge of the Tree) was taken at Hudaibiya in 6 AH. The Muslims pledged allegiance to the Prophet (PBUH) to fight to the death after a rumor spread that Hazrat Usman (RA), who had gone to Makkah as an envoy, had been martyred by the Quraish. Allah expressed His pleasure with them in the Quran.

Question 17

Which Surah relates to the incident of 'Elephants'?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Surah Al-Fil

Explanation: Surah Al-Fil describes the incident where Abraha, the ruler of Yemen, marched with an army of elephants to destroy the Kaaba. Allah sent flocks of birds (Ababeel) carrying baked clay stones to destroy the army. This event occurred in the year of the Prophet's (PBUH) birth (Year of the Elephant).

Question 18

Which country is called the 'Land of Prophets'?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Palestine

Explanation: Palestine is traditionally known as the Land of Prophets because many major Prophets lived, preached, or are buried there, including Ibrahim, Ishaq, Yaqoob, Dawood, Sulaiman, and Isa (AS). It is home to Masjid-e-Aqsa.

Question 19

Who was the first writer of Wahi (Revelation)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Hazrat Sharjeel bin Hasana (RA)

Explanation: Historically, Hazrat Sharjeel bin Hasana (RA) is credited as one of the very first scribes of Wahi in Makkah. However, Hazrat Zaid bin Thabit (RA) was the chief scribe in Madina. There were about 40 scribes in total, but Sharjeel was among the earliest.

Question 20

The conquest of Makkah took place in:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 8 AH

Explanation: The Conquest of Makkah (Fatah Makkah) occurred in Ramadan, 8 AH (630 AD). The Quraish broke the Treaty of Hudaibiya, leading the Prophet (PBUH) to march with 10,000 companions. The city was conquered peacefully without a major battle, and a general amnesty was granted to the people.

Islamic Studies MCQs