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What was the real name of Imam Bukhari (R.A)?
Correct answer: D
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Imam Bukhari's full name was Muhammad bin Ismaeel. He is widely known by this name in Islamic history and scholarship.
Questions 26–50 of 187 Islamic History MCQs — start at page 1 for an overview.
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What was the real name of Imam Bukhari (R.A)?
Correct answer: D
Imam Bukhari's full name was Muhammad bin Ismaeel. He is widely known by this name in Islamic history and scholarship.
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The Miraj Shareef event occurred in which year of the Prophet Muhammad's prophethood?
Correct answer: B
The Isra and Mi'raj event is traditionally believed to have occurred on the 27th night of the month of Rajab in the 1st year of the Islamic calendar, which corresponds to the 9th year after the Prophet Muhammad's prophethood (9th Nabvi year). Therefore, option B is correct.
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Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) gave the key of Bait Ullah permanently to Hazrat ______?
Correct answer: B
Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) gave the key of Bait Ullah permanently to Hazrat Usman bin Talha, who was known for his trustworthiness and care of the Kaaba keys. This is a well-documented historical fact in Islamic tradition.
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Who wrote the book "Tareekh-ul-Umam wal Muluk"?
Correct answer: C
The book 'Tareekh-ul-Umam wal Muluk' (also known as 'Tarikh al-Umam wa al-Muluk') was written by Abu Ja'far Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari, a renowned early Islamic historian. This work is a universal history covering the history of various nations and kings. Al-Waqidi is known for other historical works but not this one. Therefore, the correct author is Ibn-e-Jareer Tabari, option C.
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Abu Jahl was killed in the Battle of _____?
Correct answer: A
Abu Jahl was killed in the Battle of Uhud, not the Battle of Badr. The Battle of Uhud took place after Badr and is historically recorded as the battle where Abu Jahl was killed.
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Abdullah bin Ubay was a ____.
Correct answer: C
Abdullah bin Ubay was historically known as a hypocrite (Munafiq) during the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), as he outwardly professed Islam but secretly opposed it. Hence, option C is correct.
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What was the full name of the Islamic historian known as Al-Waqidi?
Correct answer: D
The Islamic historian known as Al-Waqidi's full name was Abu Abd Allah Muhammad ibn Umar ibn Waqid al-Aslami. The options given (A: Muhammad, B: Jareer Tabari, C: Hamid bin Sabit) do not correctly state his full name. 'Jareer Tabari' refers to a different historical figure, and 'Muhammad' alone is incomplete. Therefore, the correct answer is 'D' (None of these).
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Who was the first woman to convert to Islam?
Correct answer: B
Hazrat Khadija (RA) was the first woman to accept Islam and embrace the message of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). She was his first wife and a strong supporter of Islam from the very beginning.
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Abu Huraira accepted Islam in which year?
Correct answer: A
Abu Huraira accepted Islam in the 6th year of Hijri, which is historically documented. Therefore, option A is correct.
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The Battle of Karbala took place in which Hijri year?
Correct answer: B
The Battle of Karbala took place in the year 61 Hijri (680 AD). This is a well-documented historical event in Islamic history marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.
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The foundation of Bait-ul-Hikma was laid down during:
Correct answer: B
Bait-ul-Hikma, or the House of Wisdom, was founded during the Abbasid Dynasty, specifically under Caliph Harun al-Rashid and flourished under his son Al-Ma'mun. It was a major intellectual center in Baghdad for translation and scholarship.
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In which year was Sadaqah al-Fitr (Zakat al-Fitr) proclaimed?
Correct answer: B
Sadaqah al-Fitr (Zakat al-Fitr) was established by the Prophet Muhammad in the 2nd year of Hijri (2 Hijri). This is widely accepted among Islamic scholars and historical sources. It was made obligatory as a charity given before Eid-ul-Fitr prayers to purify fasting persons from any shortcomings during Ramadan. The 2 Hijri date aligns with the timing of the commandment and the early Muslim community's practices.
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Ghazwa e Badr occurred in which Hijri year?
Correct answer: A
The Battle of Badr (Ghazwa e Badr) took place in the 2nd year of Hijri (2 AH), specifically on the 17th of Ramadan. This is confirmed by multiple authoritative Islamic history sources and is widely accepted in Islamic tradition. Therefore, the correct answer is option A: 2 hijri.
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Hazrat Umar R.A embraced Islam, influenced by which Surah of the Holy Quran?
Correct answer: B
Hazrat Umar R.A embraced Islam after reading Surah Taha, which deeply moved him and influenced his decision to accept Islam. This is a well-documented historical event in Islamic tradition.
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Ghazwa e Uhud occurred in which Hijri year?
Correct answer: B
The Battle of Uhud (Ghazwa e Uhud) took place in the 3rd year after Hijrah (3 AH). This is well documented in Islamic history sources, which state that the battle occurred in Shawwal of 3 AH. Therefore, the correct answer is option B (3 Hijri).
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Ghazwa e Badr occurred in which Hijri year?
Correct answer: A
The Battle of Badr (Ghazwa e Badr) took place in the 2nd year after Hijra, which corresponds to 2 Hijri (2 AH). This is confirmed by multiple authoritative Islamic history sources stating the battle occurred on 17 Ramadan, 2 AH. Therefore, the correct answer is A, not B.
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How many Muhajireen were there at the time of Mawakhat?
Correct answer: B
At the time of Mawakhat (the pact of brotherhood in early Islamic history), there were 46 Muhajireen (emigrants from Mecca) paired with Ansar (helpers from Medina). This number is historically accepted in Islamic sources.
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How many Muhajireen were there at the time of Mawakhat?
Correct answer: B
At the time of Mawakhat (the Brotherhood pact between the Muhajireen and Ansar), there were approximately 40 Muhajireen involved. This is a well-documented historical fact in Islamic history.
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Masjid Zu Qiblatain is situated in _________?
Correct answer: A
Masjid Zu Qiblatain is located in Madina. It is famous for having two qiblas (directions of prayer) and is historically significant in Islamic tradition.
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Who wrote the Hudaybiyyah peace document from the Muslims' side?
Correct answer: B
The Hudaybiyyah peace document was written by Hazrat Zaid bin Thabit (RA) on behalf of the Muslims. He was the scribe who documented the treaty during the negotiations.
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The Rashidun Caliphate lasted for how many years?
Correct answer: A
The Rashidun Caliphate lasted approximately 30 years, from 632 CE to 661 CE, covering the reigns of the first four caliphs after Prophet Muhammad's death.
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Dar e Arqam was located in:
Correct answer: D
Dar e Arqam was the house of the companion Arqam bin Abil Arqam located in Makkah (Mecca), near the foot of Mount Safa, close to the Ka'bah. It was not located in Quba, Madinah Munawarah, or Hudaybiyyah. Since none of the given options A (Hudaybiyyah), B (Quba), or C (Madinah Munawarah) are correct, the correct answer is D (None of these).
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Sheikh Ali Hajweri came to Lahore during whose period?
Correct answer: A
Sheikh Ali Hajweri, also known as Data Ganj Bakhsh, came to Lahore during the period of Mahmud Ghaznavi, who ruled in the early 11th century. This is historically documented, making option A correct.
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Who was the first female Shaheed (martyr) of Islam?
Correct answer: A
Hazrat Sumayyah Bint Khubbat (RA) is recognized as the first female martyr (Shaheed) in Islam. She was killed for her faith during the early persecution of Muslims in Mecca.
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Who was the first person to emphatically declare his conversion to Islam?
Correct answer: D
Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) was the first adult male to openly and emphatically declare his conversion to Islam, supporting Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from the early days. Hazrat Umar (RA) converted later and was the second male convert.