Islamic Studies — Commission Past Papers — Part 5 MCQs with Explanations

The Mu‘tazilite school strongly advocated the doctrine that the Quran was created. This doctrine became particularly prominent during the Abbasid period. The Mihna (Inquisition) under Caliph al-Ma'mun in 833 CE enforced this theological position.

Al-Arqam ibn Abi al-Arqam was a companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). His house ( Dar-e-Arqam ) became the first center of Islamic preaching in Makkah. Early Muslims gathered there to learn Islam secretly . Birth → 597 A.D Death → 675 A.D

Two (2) Ghazwat took place in the 4th year of Hijrah . The two Ghazwat were Ghazwa Banu Nadir and Ghazwa Badr al-Sughra. Additional information : 1 AH : 0 Ghazwat 2 AH : Battle of Badr 3 AH : Battle of Uhud 5 AH : Battle of the Trench (Ahzab) Verified & Updated

Hazrat Umar conquered Bait Ul Maqdas in 15 A.H. Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz, commonly known as Umar II, was the eighth Umayyad caliph. Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz called the first Mujaddid . He was sixth righteous caliph of Islam after Hasan Ibn Ali . Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz was born on 2 November 682 in Medina, Umayyad Caliphate. Died on 5 February 720 (aged 37).

Umm Jamil , whose name was Arwa bint Harb , was the wife of Abu Lahab . She was the sister of Abu Sufyan . She is mentioned in the Qur’an in Surah Al-Masad (111:4) as the “ carrier of firewood .” Islamic commentaries associate her with placing thorny branches and refuse in the Prophet’s ﷺ path .

The Battle of Badr is the first battle of Islam On 17 Ramadan, 2 AH (March 13, 624 CE) "Badr" means "full moon" in Arabic. Also called Furqan and The Day of the Criterion. Took place in the valley of Badr, located in the Hejazi region Muslims: Approx. 313 men (82 Muhajirun and 231 Ansar). Quraysh: Approx. 1000 soldiers led by Abu Jahl. 82-85 Muhajirun and 231 Ansar (61 from Aws and 170 from Khazraj). 2 horses and 70 camels. Fourteen Muslims were killed, while 70 Kufar were killed and 70 captured. Last updated question by NA 22-April-2026

Ghazwa-e-Khyber was fought in 7 Hijri (628 AD). It was a battle between Muslims and the Jews of Khaybar . The battle began and ended in 629 AD . Location: Khaybar, Saudi Arabia . Result: Muslim victory . 15 Muslims were martyred , and 93 Jews were killed in the battle. Additional Information Famous Ghazwat — Important for MCQs Ghazwa-e-Badr — 2 AH Ghazwa-e-Uhud — 3 AH Ghazwa-e-Khandaq (Ahzab) — 5 AH Ghazwa-e-Banu Quraiza — 5 AH Ghazwa-e-Khaybar — 7 AH Ghazwa-e-Fath-e-Makkah — 8 AH Ghazwa-e-Hunain — 8 AH Ghazwa-e-Taif — 8 AH Ghazwa-e-Tabuk — 9 AH

Hazrat Musab bin 'Umair (RA) possessed a stature similar to the Holy Prophet (PBUH Musab ibn Omai r means “the Good” He embraced Islam in 614 CE and was the first ambassador of Islam. During the Battle of Uhud, he fought fiercely to protect the Prophet (PBUH). When he was martyred, the enemy and some Muslims thought it was the Prophet (PBUH) Last updated question by NA on 07 May 2026

Name “Ahmed”, one time mentioned in the whole Quran in Surah As-Saff (61:6) It appears in Surah As-Saff (61:6) in the context of the prophecy of Isa (Jesus), son of Mary, about the coming of a messenger after him. ایسا سورہ الصف (61:6) میں عیسیٰ ابن مریم کی ایک پیغمبر کے بارے میں پیشین گوئی کے تناظر میں ظاہر ہوتا ہے جو ان کے بعد آئے گا۔ Additional information: The name “Muhammad” is mentioned four times in the whole Quran. Surah Ali-Imran: ayat 144. Surah al-Ahzab: ayat 40. Surah Muhammad: ayat 2. Surah al-Fath: ayat 29 Last updated by NS on 01 MAY 2026

Opponents: Muslims vs Byzantine Empire (Romans) Fought in 629 AD (8 AH) Location: Mu’tah (Jordan) Commanders martyred: Zaid bin Harithah, Jafar ibn Abi Talib, Abdullah bin Rawaha Leadership later taken by Khalid ibn al-Walid

Five mosques mentioned in the Holy Qur'an are: Masjid al-Haram ( Makkah ) Masjid al-Aqsa (Jerusalem) Masjid al-Dirar ( Masjid al-Zarrar ) Masjid al-Nabawi (Madinah) Masjid Quba ( Madinah )

Hashim ibn Abd Manaf was the son of Abd Manaf . His original name was Amr , and he was known as Hashim . He was the great-grandfather of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Hashim was an important ancestor of the Banu Hashim clan of Quraysh . Abd Manaf → Hashim → Abd al-Muttalib → Abdullah → Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Loving Prophet Muhammad ﷺ more than oneself, family, and wealth is a sign of complete faith (Iman). This is based on a famous Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The Hadith emphasizes that true faith requires placing the love of the Prophet ﷺ above worldly attachments .

Seven essential belief are there in Iman-e-Mufassal . The meaning of Iman Mufassal :The belief in detail . Seven essential beliefs are there in Iman-e-Mafassal : 1. Faith in God. 2. Faith in holy angels. 3. Faith in all holy Books. 4. Faith in all holy Prophets. 5. Faith in the Day of Judgement. 6. Faith in everything good or bad is decided by God (Taqdir). 7. Faith in life after death.

Mu’allaf al-Qulub ( المؤلفة قلوبهم ) means those whose hearts are to be reconciled or attracted toward Islam. They are among the categories of people eligible to receive Zakat . This category is mentioned in Surah At-Tawbah (9:60). The term relates to winning hearts, strengthening faith , or encouraging support for Islam.

Country: Turkey Mountain: Mount Judi / Qardū Mentioned in: Quran, Surah Hud 44 Historical significance: Landing of Noah’s Ark Region: Southeastern Anatolia

In Islamic purification, Ghusl (ritual bath) has 3 Fard (obligatory acts). These are necessary for the bath to be valid according to Fiqh rules. Ghusl is required after major impurity ( Janabat, Haiz, Nifas ). Without completing these 3 , Ghusl is not valid.

First capital: Madina Hijrah year: 622 AD (1 AH) Country: Saudi Arabia Role: First Islamic state center Famous mosque: Masjid al-Nabawi

Total mentions: 32 times Makki Surahs: 22 times Madani Surahs: 10 times Status: Third pillar of Islam Purpose: Purification of wealth & helping poor

Zakat is a compulsory 2.5% (or 1⁄40) levy on net qualifying wealth Last updated by NA on 22-April-2026

Hajj requires both physical effort and financial expenditure. Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. It is obligatory once in a lifetime for Muslims who are physically and financially capable. Hajj is performed in Makkah during the month of Dhul-Hijjah .

The four Divine Books are Tawrat , Zabur , Injil , and the Holy Quran . Their fundamental teaching is the Oneness of Allah Almighty (Tawheed) . They teach people to worship Allah and follow His guidance . The Holy Quran is the final Divine Book revealed by Allah Almighty .

A person enters Islam by believing in and accepting the Kalimah (Shahadah) . Mere recitation without understanding/belief is not sufficient. Understanding and accepting its meaning is essential along with its declaration.

There are five pillars of Islam: First Pillar: Shahadatain (شہادتیں) – declaration of faith: “There is no god but Allah, Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger” Second Pillar : Namaz (نماز) – five daily prayers Third Pillar : Zakat (زکوٰۃ) – obligatory charity, 2.5% of wealth above Nisab Fourth Pillar : Fasting (Sawm / روزہ) – during Ramadan, abstaining from food, drink, and bad deeds Fifth Pillar : Hajj (حج) – pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in a lifetime if able

The Quran was revealed in the month of Ramadan . Allah says: “ The month of Ramadan in which the Quran was revealed .” — Surah Al-Baqarah (2:185) The revelation began on Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Decree).

Qadar (قدر) means the Divine Decree or Divine Destiny of Allah. It refers to Allah’s knowledge, will , and determination concerning all things. Belief in Qadar is one of the fundamental articles of Islamic faith (Iman). It is commonly translated as Divine Decree, Predestination, or Destiny .

Father: Wahb ibn Abd Manaf Mother: Barrah bint Abdul Uzza Husband: Abdullah ibn Abdul Muttalib Son: Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) Tribe: Banu Zuhrah (Quraysh) Verified & Updated

The verbal meaning of “ Zakat ” is Purification . It comes from the Arabic root meaning “ to purify ” and “ to grow ”. In Islam, Zakat purifies wealth and increases blessings. It is the 3rd fundamental pillar of Islam. It was made compulsory in 2 AH . It is mentioned 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Sadd al-Dhara’i means “ blocking the means ” to something prohibited. It prevents an act that is permissible in itself when it is likely to lead to a prohibited consequence. The principle aims to prevent harm and protect the objectives of Shariah. It is particularly associated with the Maliki school of Islamic jurisprudence .

Battle: Battle of the Zab Year: 750 CE / 132 AH Opponents: Abbasids vs. Umayyads Result: Abbasid victory Location: Near the Great Zab River, Iraq

Imam Yahya ibn Ma'in (رحمه الله) was a renowned early Hadith scholar and critic of narrators . He is closely associated with the development and systematic application of Ilm al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil . This science evaluates the reliability, integrity, and accuracy of Hadith narrators. He was one of the leading scholars of Hadith criticism (Naqd al-Hadith) in the 2nd–3rd centuries AH .

Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed is the Current Secretary-General of OIC. He is elected for a five-year term starting August 28, 2026 . He belongs to the Mauritanian.

Number of idols in Kaaba: 360 Famous idol: Hubal Worshippers: Quraysh of Makkah Removal of idols: Conquest of Makkah ( 630 AD / 8 AH) Place: Kaaba, Makkah

There were three major Jewish tribes in Madinah . Banu Qaynuqa Banu Nadir Banu Qurayza Period : During the Prophet's (ﷺ) migration and early Madinan period Verified & Updated

Allah mentions Zulqarnain (AS) in Surah Kahf . He had immense wisdom to distinguish between right and wrong . Surah Kahf Meaning is " The Cave ". It is the 18th chapter of the Quran It was revealed in Makkah . No. of letters: 6425 No. of rukus: 12 No. of verses: 110 No. of words: 1583

There are five pillars of Islam: First Pillar: Shahadatain (شہادتیں) – Faith declaration Second Pillar : Namaz (نماز) – five daily prayers Third Pillar : Zakat (زکوٰۃ) – Obligatory charity (2.5% of wealth above Nisab) Fourth Pillar : Fasting (Sawm / روزہ) – Ramadan fasting Fifth Pillar : Hajj (حج) – Pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime, if able Last updated by NS on 5-09-2026

The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) participated in the Fijar War ( Harb al-Fijar ) before Prophethood. The war took place during his youth, around 590 AD . He assisted his uncles by collecting and handing them arrows. Age of the Prophet (ﷺ): About 15–20 years . Harb al-Fijar means " The Sacrilegious War " because fighting took place during the sacred months. Verified & Updated

The Prophet (PBUH) delivered his final sermon during the Hajj on Mount Arafat . It is also known as Farewell Sermon . The Holy Prophet (SAW) performed Hajjat-ul-Wida in the 10th Hijri. It was performed on Friday , the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah (March 6, 632 A.D). This final pilgrimage included his renowned Farewell Sermon.

“ Hayya ‘alal-Falah ” (حَيَّ عَلَى الْفَلَاحِ) means “ Come to success .” It is recited in the Adhan (call to prayer). It comes after “ Hayya ‘alas-Salah ”, which means “ Come to prayer .”

The Six Kalimas are commonly taught to Muslims : 1. Kalimat at-Tayyibah — كَلِمَاتْ اَلطَّيِّبَة Meaning: Word of Purity 2. Kalimat ash-Shahadah — كَلِمَاتْ اَلشَّهَادَة Meaning: Word of Testimony 3. Kalimat at-Tamjeed — كَلِمَاتْ اَلتَّمْجِيدْ Meaning: Word of Majesty 4. Kalimat at-Tawheed — كَلِمَاتْ اَلتَّوْحِيدْ Meaning: Word of Oneness 5. Kalimat al-Istighfar — كَلِمَاتْ إِسْتِغْفَارْ Meaning: Word of Penitence / Seeking Forgiveness 6. Kalimat Radd al-Kufr — كَلِمَاتْ رَدّْ اَلْكُفْر Meaning: Word of Rejection of Disbelief