Islamic Studies

Hubal was the largest and most prominent idol placed inside the Kaaba before the advent of Islam. It was widely worshipped by the pre-Islamic Arabs.

The term 'Maqam e Mahmud' literally means 'Station of Praise' or 'Praised Station.' It is a Qur'anic term mentioned in Surah Al-Isra (17:79) referring to the unique and exalted rank that Allah will raise Prophet Muhammad to on the Day of Resurrection. This station is characterized by supreme praise and honor, where all creation will praise the Prophet, and he will have the right of intercession. The phrase does not mean 'Station of Justice.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Station of Praise' (B), which aligns with both the literal translation and the theological context in Islamic teachings.

The King of Egypt, known as al-Muqawqis, received a letter from Prophet Muhammad inviting him to Islam. Historical records show that al-Muqawqis treated the letter with respect, placing it in an ivory box, and responded courteously by sending gifts but did not accept Islam. There is no record of the King of Egypt tearing away the Prophet's message. The other kings mentioned, such as the Persian King Parvez, are recorded to have torn the letter. Therefore, the correct answer is Egypt, but the claim that the King tore away the message is incorrect and has been corrected in the question text.

Bibi Amina, the mother of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), died when he was around 5 years old. This is a well-documented fact in Islamic history.

Hazrat Umar (R.A) is historically credited with adding the second Azan for Friday prayers to call more people to the mosque, enhancing the congregation's attendance. This is a well-known fact in Islamic history.

The nisab (minimum amount) for gold zakat is traditionally set at 7.5 tolas, which is equivalent to 87.48 grams. This is the threshold above which zakat becomes obligatory on gold holdings.

At Muzdalifah on the 9th of Zulhijjah, the Zuhr and Asr prayers are combined and performed together, as per Islamic tradition during Hajj. This is a well-established practice to facilitate pilgrims' worship during the pilgrimage.

Islamic inheritance laws were revealed in the 3rd year after Hijra (3 A.H.). This is supported by sources such as PakMcqs which state that the laws about inheritance were revealed in 3 A.H. The Quranic chapter that details inheritance laws is Surah An-Nisa (Chapter 4), but the question asks about the year (A.H.) when these laws were revealed, not the chapter number. Therefore, the correct answer is C (3).

The word 'Aqeeda' (عقيدة) is derived from the Arabic root word 'Aqaid' (عقائد), which is the plural form relating to beliefs or creed. Therefore, option B is correct.

The Tasbeeh of 'Subhana Rabi-al-Alaa' is recited during the Sajda (prostration) in Salah (prayer) as a form of glorification of Allah while in the prostration position.