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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2004FIA Assistant Director Paper 2004
Islamic StudiesFIA

Ghaseel ul Malaika is the title of:

Correct answer: C

A
Hazrat Abu Talib RA
B
Hazrat Abu Dahana RA
C
Hazrat Hanzala RA
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Ghaseel ul Malaika, meaning 'Washed by the Angels,' is a title given to Hazrat Hanzala RA because angels washed his body after he was martyred in the Battle of Uhud, as per Islamic tradition.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2011FIA Assistant Director Paper 2011
Islamic StudiesFIA

Who is called Sani as Nain?

Correct answer: A

A
Hazrat Hamza RA
Correct
B
Hazrat Abubakar RA
C
Hazrat Nuh AS
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Hamza RA is known as 'Sani as Nain,' meaning 'the second of the eyes,' because of his striking and beautiful eyes. This title is not associated with Hazrat Abubakar RA or Hazrat Nuh AS.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2019
Islamic StudiesFIA

'Zou-Shadatian' is the title of which companion?

Correct answer: B

A
Hazrat Khuzima Bin Sabit (رضی اللہ عنہ)
B
Hazrat Huzaifa Bin Yaman (رضی اللہ عنہ)
Correct
C
Hazrat Ammar Bin Yasir (رضی اللہ عنہ)
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The title 'Zou-Shadatian' is attributed to Hazrat Huzaifa Bin Yaman (رضی اللہ عنہ), who was known by this title due to his close companionship with the Prophet Muhammad (صلى الله عليه وسلم). Therefore, option B is correct.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2019
Islamic Studies

Hazrat Umar (RA) was born in:

Correct answer: A

A
583 AD
Correct
B
537 AD
C
473 AD
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Umar (RA) was born in 583 AD, making option A the correct answer. The other dates are historically inaccurate, and 'None of these' is incorrect.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2020
Islamic StudiesFIA

Sahib Us-ser is the nickname of:

Correct answer: D

A
Hazrat Khuzaifa RA
B
Hazrat Uqba RA
C
Hazrat Saad RA
D
Hazrat Khalid Bin Waleed RA
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The nickname 'Sahib Us-ser' (meaning 'Master of the Sword') is attributed to Hazrat Khalid Bin Waleed (RA) due to his exceptional skills in battle and swordsmanship.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

medium2021FIA Sub Inspector Paper 13-12-2021
Islamic StudiesFIA

Hazrat Umar was born in which Hijri year?

Correct answer: D

A
584 AD
B
1st Muharram 25 A.H.
C
1st Muharram 22 A.H.
D
None of these
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Umar (Umar ibn Al-Khattab) was born in 584 AD, which is before the Hijri calendar started (622 AD). Therefore, it is incorrect to say he was born on a specific Hijri date. Options B and C are incorrect as they reference Hijri dates after his birth. Option A gives his birth year in AD, which is correct, but the question asks 'on which hijri?', implying a Hijri date, so the best answer is D (None of these).

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

easy2021
Islamic StudiesFIA

What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA)?

Correct answer: A

A
Abdul Rehman Ibne Sakhr Ad-Dausi
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B
Abdul Rehman Ibne Talib
C
Abdul Rehman Ibne Adi
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA) was originally named Abdul Rehman Ibne Sakhr Ad-Dausi before he embraced Islam. This is a well-documented fact in Islamic history.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Which Sahabi's name is mentioned in the Quran?

Correct answer: D

A
Hazrat Zaid bin Sabit (R.A)
B
Hazrat Abu Talib (R.A)
C
Hazrat Abdullah bin Mas'ud (R.A)
D
Hazrat Zaid bin Harithah (R.A)
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Zaid bin Harithah (R.A) is the only Sahabi whose name is explicitly mentioned in the Quran (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:37). The other names listed are not mentioned by name in the Quran.

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Islamic Studies

Name the first Muslim among slaves.

Correct answer: B

A
Hazrat Usamah bin Zaid (RA)
B
Hazrat Bilal Habshi (RA)
Correct
C
Hazrat Zaid bin Haris (RA)
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Bilal Habshi (RA) is historically recognized as the first Muslim among slaves. He was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and is well-known for his early conversion to Islam despite being a slave.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Ameen-ul-Umat is the title of Hazrat _________ (RA)?

Correct answer: C

A
Emar bin Yasir (RA)
B
Suleman Farsi (RA)
C
Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah (RA)
Correct
D
Abu Saeed Khuzair (RA)
Explanation and memory cue

The title 'Ameen-ul-Umat' (Trustworthy of the Nation) is historically attributed to Hazrat Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah (RA) due to his exemplary trustworthiness and leadership in the early Muslim community.

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Islamic Studies

Abdullah bin Salam (RA) was _________ before accepting Islam.

Correct answer: D

A
Polytheist
B
Christian
C
Magian
D
None of these
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Abdullah bin Salam (RA) was a learned Jewish scholar and rabbi from the Banu Qaynuqa tribe of Medina before accepting Islam. He was not a Magian (Zoroastrian), Christian, or polytheist. Historical sources confirm that he was Jewish and converted to Islam after meeting the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Therefore, the correct answer is 'D' (None of these) as the options do not include 'Jewish'.

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What title did the Holy Prophet (SAW) give to Hazrat Talha upon embracing Islam?

Correct answer: D

A
Faizan
B
Fayyaz
C
Farooq
D
Tayyab
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) gave Hazrat Talha the title "Tayyab" upon embracing Islam. This title means "pure" or "good". The other options (Faizan, Fayyaz, Farooq) are not historically recorded as titles given to Hazrat Talha. The title "Farooq" is famously associated with Hazrat Umar (RA). Therefore, the correct title given to Hazrat Talha by the Prophet (SAW) is "Tayyab".

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Which one of the following is included among the Ushara-e-Mubashra (the ten companions promised Paradise)?

Correct answer: C

A
Saad Bin Ubaid
B
Saad bin Abada
C
Saad Bin Abi Waqas
Correct
D
Hazrat Hamza
Explanation and memory cue

The Ushara-e-Mubashra (the ten companions promised Paradise) are a well-known group in Islamic tradition. The canonical list includes Saad Bin Abi Waqas (option C) among others such as Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, Ali, Talha, Zubayr, Abdurrahman ibn Awf, Sa'id ibn Zayd, and Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah. Saad Bin Abada (option B) is not included in this list, nor is Hazrat Hamza (option D). Therefore, the correct answer is Saad Bin Abi Waqas (option C).

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Where is the grave of Hazrat Zaid Bin Haris located?

Correct answer: B

A
Iran
B
Iraq
Correct
C
Palestine
D
Jordan
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Zaid Bin Haris, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, is buried in Iraq, specifically in the city of Kufa. Therefore, option B is correct.

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Who is the only Sahabi who never saw the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in person?

Correct answer: C

A
Abdur Rahman
B
Qasim
C
Uwais Qarni
Correct
D
Usman
Explanation and memory cue

Uwais Qarni is known as the only Sahabi who never met the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in person but was still recognized as a companion due to his strong faith and devotion. The other options were companions who saw the Prophet.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Hazrat _______ had knowledge of dreams.

Correct answer: D

A
Umar
B
Abu Bakar
C
Usman
D
Ali
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Ali (RA) is well-known in Islamic tradition for his knowledge and interpretation of dreams, unlike the other Sahabah listed. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Hazrat _______ died first among the Sahabah.

Correct answer: B

A
Ali
B
Abu Bakar
Correct
C
Umar
D
Asad
Explanation and memory cue

Among the Sahabah, Hazrat Abu Bakr was the first to pass away after the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Hazrat Ali, Umar, and Asad died later. Therefore, the correct answer is Abu Bakar (B).

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When did Hazrat Umar (R.A) and Hazrat Hamza (R.A) accept Islam?

Correct answer: A

A
6th Nabvi
Correct
B
7th Nabvi
C
8th Nabvi
D
None of These
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Hamza (R.A) accepted Islam around the 5th or 6th year of the Prophethood (Nabvi), historically documented as before Hazrat Umar (R.A). Hazrat Umar (R.A) accepted Islam in the 6th year of Prophethood, which is well documented. Since the question asks for when both accepted Islam, the earliest common year is the 6th year, but Hamza accepted earlier, around the 5th or 6th year. Therefore, the best answer is '6th Nabvi' (option A).

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Zunoorain is the title of which Islamic personality?

Correct answer: C

A
Hazrat Abu Bakar RA
B
Hazrat Umar Farooq RA
C
Hazrat Usman Ghani RA
Correct
D
Hazrat Ali al Murtaza RA
Explanation and memory cue

The title 'Zunoorain' (also spelled Zunnurain or Zulnoorain) means 'possessor of the two lights' and is specifically attributed to Hazrat Usman Ghani (RA), the third Caliph of Islam. He earned this title because he was married to two daughters of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), first Ruqayyah and after her death, Umm Kulthum. This unique distinction is not attributed to the other companions listed in the options.

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What is the original name of the companion Abu Ayub Ansari (R.A) who hosted the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on his migration to Madina?

Correct answer: A

A
Abu Asad
Correct
B
Hazrat Zubair
C
Khalid ibn Zayd
D
Abu Zahad
Explanation and memory cue

Abu Ayub Ansari's original name was Abu Asad. He is known for hosting the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the migration (Hijra) to Madina. The other options are names of different companions, making option A the correct answer.

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Which companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was awarded the title “The Lion of Allah”?

Correct answer: C

A
Umar Farooque (R.A)
B
Hamza bin Abdul Mattalib (R.A)
C
Khalid bin Waleed (R.A)
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Khalid bin Waleed (R.A) was famously known as “The Lion of Allah” due to his bravery and military leadership in early Islamic battles. Although Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib (R.A) was also a great warrior, the specific title “The Lion of Allah” is attributed to Khalid bin Waleed (R.A).

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Which companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was awarded the title "The Sword of Allah"?

Correct answer: D

A
Abu Bakr Siddique (R.A)
B
Umar Farooque (R.A)
C
Ali Al-Murtaza (R.A)
D
Khalid bin Waleed (R.A)
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Khalid bin Waleed (R.A) was famously given the title "The Sword of Allah" due to his exceptional military leadership and bravery in battles during the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). None of the other companions listed were known by this title.

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Hazrat Umer Farooque belongs to which tribe?

Correct answer: A

A
Banu Adi
Correct
B
Banu Asad
C
Banu Zuhra
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Umer Farooque (RA) belonged to the Banu Adi tribe, a well-known clan of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca. This is a well-established historical fact in Islamic history.

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Islamic Studies

Name the sister of Ameer Muawiya (R.A.) who was Ummul Momineen?

Correct answer: A

A
Hazrat Ummay Habiba (R.A.)
Correct
B
Hazrat Ummay Salma (R.A.)
C
Hazrat Safia (R.A.)
D
Hazrat Javeria (R.A.)
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Ummay Habiba (R.A.) was the sister of Ameer Muawiya (R.A.) and is known as Ummul Momineen (Mother of the Believers) because she was one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

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Companions of the Prophet (Sahabah)

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Islamic Studies

Hazrat Usman (RA) belonged to which clan?

Correct answer: C

A
Banu Ummaya
B
Banu Tamim
C
Banu Zuhra
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hazrat Usman (RA) belonged to the Banu Zuhra clan of the Quraysh tribe, not Banu Ummaya. Therefore, option C is correct.