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
Who led the funeral prayer for the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
There was no single imam; people prayed individually in groups
Out of respect, no one led the funeral; Muslims prayed in groups without an imam.
2
How old was Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when he passed away?
Answer:
63 years
The Prophet ﷺ lived for 63 years — 40 before Prophethood, 13 in Makkah, and 10 in Madinah.
3
Where was the Prophet ﷺ buried?
Answer:
In the chamber of Aisha (RA) beside Masjid an-Nabawi
The Prophet ﷺ was buried in the room of Aisha (RA), which later became part of Masjid an-Nabawi.
4
In which month and year did the Prophet ﷺ pass away?
Answer:
Rabi‘ al-Awwal, 11 AH
The Prophet ﷺ passed away in Rabi‘ al-Awwal of 11 AH, shortly after his Farewell Hajj.
5
Which verse was revealed near the end of the Farewell Sermon?
Answer:
Today I have perfected your religion for you (5:3)
Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:3) was revealed: 'This day I have perfected for you your religion and completed My favor upon you.'
6
What was the core message of the Farewell Sermon?
Answer:
Equality, justice, and piety among all Muslims
The sermon emphasized human equality, women’s rights, and brotherhood under Allah’s law.
7
Where did the Prophet ﷺ deliver his Farewell Sermon?
Answer:
Plain of Arafat
The Prophet ﷺ delivered his Farewell Sermon at the plain of Arafat during his final pilgrimage.
8
In which year did the Prophet ﷺ perform his Farewell Hajj?
Answer:
10 AH
The Farewell Pilgrimage (Hajjat al-Wada’) occurred in the 10th year after Hijrah.
9
What was revealed during the later Madinan years prohibiting idolaters from entering Makkah?
Answer:
Surah At-Tawbah
Surah At-Tawbah declared that idolaters could no longer enter the sacred precincts of Makkah.
10
What was the expedition to Tabuk also known as?
Answer:
The Expedition of Hardship
It was called the Expedition of Hardship due to the intense heat, scarcity of food, and long distance.