Islamic Studies/Islamiat MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
1
Which verse of the Qur’an commands Muslims to establish Salah?
Answer:
Qur’an 2:43
Qur’an 2:43: 'Establish prayer and give zakah and bow with those who bow [in worship].'
2
What do we say to end the Salah?
Answer:
As-salamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullah
Salah ends with taslim — turning the head right and left saying 'As-salamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullah'.
3
What is the Arabic term for the final sitting in Salah?
Answer:
Tashahhud
Tashahhud is the sitting position where one recites the testimony of faith before ending prayer.
4
How many rak‘ahs are in the Witr prayer according to the Hanafi school?
Answer:
Three
The Hanafi school performs Witr as three rak‘ahs with one tasleem.
5
What is the name of the voluntary prayer performed at night after Isha?
Answer:
Tahajjud
Tahajjud is a highly virtuous night prayer performed after Isha and before Fajr.
6
How many rak‘ahs are prayed in Jumu‘ah (Friday) congregational Salah?
Answer:
Two
Jumu‘ah prayer consists of two rak‘ahs, replacing the Dhuhr prayer.
7
Which prayer cannot be shortened during travel?
Answer:
Fajr
Fajr remains two rak‘ahs even when traveling; others may be shortened.
8
What is the minimum number of people required for a congregational (jama‘ah) prayer?
Answer:
Two
A jama‘ah is valid with at least two people — one imam and one follower.
9
What do we say during Sujood (prostration)?
Answer:
Subhana Rabbiyal ‘Ala
In Sujood, one says 'Subhana Rabbiyal A‘la' — Glory be to my Lord, the Most High.
10
What do we say during Ruku‘?
Answer:
Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem
In Ruku‘, we say 'Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem' — Glory be to my Lord, the Most Great.