Islamic Studies

The second Ashra (ten days) of Ramadan is traditionally known as the 'Days of Forgiveness,' during which Muslims seek Allah's forgiveness. The first Ashra is called 'Days of Mercy,' and the third Ashra is 'Days to seek refuge from Hellfire.'

Hazrat Qasim was the eldest son of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). He was born before the prophethood and passed away in infancy. The other sons were born later or were not the eldest.

Based on authoritative Islamic sources such as IslamQA, the ninth wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was Umm Habiba (RA), not Memona (RA). The order of the wives is well documented: the ninth wife was Umm Habiba bint Abi Sufyan. Hazrat Memona (RA), also known as Maymunah bint al-Harith, was the tenth wife. Therefore, option B is correct.

Hazrat Qasim was the son of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and Maria al-Qibtiyya. He was one of the Prophet's children who died in infancy. The other options are names of different wives of the Prophet but not the mother of Qasim.

Surah Al-Fatiha is known for not containing the Arabic letter 'Fa' (ف), unlike the other Surahs listed. This makes option C the correct answer.

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) had 13 wives in total throughout his lifetime, which is the historically accepted number in Islamic studies.

In Islam, fasting is prohibited on four specific days throughout the year: the two Eids (Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha) and the three days following Eid al-Adha (known as the days of Tashreeq). This totals four days when fasting is not allowed.

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) traditionally broke his fast with dates, as documented in authentic Hadiths. While water and milk are permissible, dates are specifically mentioned as his preferred choice for Iftar.

The Masjid-e-Quba is historically recognized as the first mosque built by the Prophet Muhammad upon his migration to Medina. Islamic tradition holds that it is a very blessed mosque and that many prophets prayed there. However, the exact figure of seventy thousand prophets praying there is not found in primary Islamic sources or credible historical records. The mosque is indeed significant and associated with many prophets in Islamic tradition, but the number seventy thousand is symbolic or traditional rather than a documented fact. The other options (Masjid-e-Qiblatain, Masjid-e-Kheef, Masjid-e-Bilal) are not traditionally associated with this claim. Therefore, the correct answer remains A: Masjid-e-Quba, with the understanding that the number is traditional and symbolic.

The 12th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an is known as 'Wa Mamin Da’abat'. This name is derived from the opening words of the Juz', which is a common way to identify different parts of the Qur’an.

Surah Al-Kawthar is reported in some traditions to have been revealed twice, once in Mecca and once in Medina, making it unique in this regard. The other Surahs listed (Ikhlaas, Fatiha, Nooh, Tauba) are not known to have been revealed twice. The claim that Surah At-Tawba was revealed twice is not supported by authoritative Islamic sources. Therefore, the correct answer is Surah Al-Kawthar (option A).

The name 'Adam' (Hazrat Adam) is mentioned 23 times in the Holy Quran. This is a well-established fact in Islamic studies, making option A correct.

In Islam, there are two main types of fasts: obligatory (such as Ramadan fasting) and voluntary (such as fasting on Mondays and Thursdays). Therefore, the correct answer is 2.

The portion of the Ka’ba wall between its door and the Hajr-e-Aswad is known as Al-Multazim. It is a significant area where pilgrims often pray and seek forgiveness.

The month of Ramazan is divided into three Ashras (periods) of ten days each. The first Ashra is Ashra-e-Maghfirat (forgiveness), the second Ashra is Ashra-e-Rehmat (mercy), and the third Ashra is Ashra-e-Najat (salvation from Hellfire). Therefore, the second Ashra of Ramazan is called Ashra-e-Rehmat.

Muqattaʿat are unique letter combinations at the beginning of some Quranic chapters whose precise meanings are unknown and not explained by common people. Qamari and Shamsi refer to lunar and solar terms, which are understood concepts. Therefore, Muqattaʿat is the correct answer.

Surah Al-Ikhlas is considered as one-quarter of the Holy Qur’an because it encapsulates the core concept of monotheism in Islam, summarizing the essence of Tawhid (the oneness of God).

The 20th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an is known as 'Utlu Ma Oohi,' which is the opening phrase of Surah Taha, the first Surah in this Juz'. This makes option C the correct answer.

The Hijrat (migration) of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is mentioned in Surah Hud (Chapter 11) among other places. Surah Anfal does not specifically mention the Hijrat. Therefore, option B is correct.

The name of Hazrat Ibrahim (AH) is mentioned in 24 surahs of the Holy Quran. This is a well-established fact in Islamic studies, making option B correct.

In Islamic tradition, the first revelation (Wahi) was sent to Prophet Muhammad during the month of Ramzan (Ramadan), making option A correct.

Surah Humaza explicitly condemns backbiting and slandering others, describing the fate of those who engage in such behavior. This makes option B the correct answer.

The third wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was Hazrat Sauda (RA). Hazrat Khadeja (RA) was the first wife, Hazrat Ayesha (RA) was the fourth, and Hazrat Hafsa (RA) was the fifth wife.

Hazrat Al-Qasim was the first son of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) from his first wife Khadijah. He was born before the prophethood began. The other sons were born later or are incorrect.

According to Islamic jurisprudence, the kaffarah (atonement) for deliberately breaking a fast during Ramadan without a valid reason by engaging in sexual intercourse is to fast for 60 consecutive days or to feed 60 poor people. This is supported by authentic hadith and scholarly consensus. For breaking the fast by eating or drinking deliberately, the majority opinion is that only making up the missed day (qada) and sincere repentance is required, without kaffarah. However, some schools extend kaffarah to deliberate eating or drinking as well. Since the question refers to deliberate breaking of the fast without specifying sexual intercourse, the closest correct answer regarding kaffarah is feeding 60 people, which corresponds to option B. Therefore, the correct answer is B: To Feed 60 people.