Islamic Studies

Surah Yaseen is traditionally known as 'Aroos-ul-Qur’an' (the Bride of the Qur’an) due to its significance and the beauty of its verses. This title is widely recognized in Islamic scholarship and tradition.

Shab-e-Qadar, also known as the Night of Decree, is considered the most important night in the month of Ramzan because it is believed to be the night when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad. It holds great spiritual significance in Islam.

The first Ashra (1st to 10th day) of Ramadan is called *Ashra-e-Rehmat, which means the 'Ten Days of Mercy'. Muslims are encouraged to seek Allah's blessings and mercy during this period.\n\n• **Second Ashra* (11th to 20th day): *Ashra-e-Maghfirat* – the 'Ten Days of Forgiveness', a time to seek forgiveness for sins.\n• *Third Ashra* (21st to 30th day): *Ashra-e-Najat* – the 'Ten Days of Salvation / Protection from Hellfire', focused on intense worship and seeking refuge from Hell.

The 19th Para (Juz) of the Holy Qur’an is commonly known as 'A’man Khalaq'. The other options do not correspond to the names of the 19th Para.

Abdul bin Qasim (R.A) is historically recognized as the first child born in Medina after the migration (Hijrat) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his followers. The other options are not recorded as the first child born post-Hijrat.

Hazrat Usman (R.A.) was the third Caliph of Islam, succeeding Hazrat Umar (R.A.) and preceding Hazrat Ali (R.A.). This is a well-established historical fact in Islamic history.

Ramazan (Ramadan) is known as the month of purity in Islam because it is a time of fasting, spiritual reflection, and purification of the soul. Muslims abstain from food, drink, and sinful behavior from dawn to sunset during this month.

The month known as Sayeed us Shahoor is Sha’ban. It is the eighth month of the Islamic calendar and is often referred to by this title due to its significance in Islamic tradition.

Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Decree) is described in the Quran (Surah Al-Qadr 97:3) as "better than a thousand months." This means that worship and good deeds performed on this night are rewarded as if done for a thousand months, which is approximately 83 years. The Quran explicitly mentions "a thousand months," not years, hours, or days. Therefore, the correct answer is C, '1 thousand months.'

E'tikaf refers to the practice of seclusion in a mosque for a certain period, especially during the last ten days of Ramadan, to focus on worship and spiritual reflection. Therefore, 'Seclusion' is the correct meaning.

The first prophet mentioned by name in the Holy Quran is Hazrat Ibrahim (AS), appearing in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:124). Although Hazrat Adam (AS) is referenced as the first human and prophet, his name is not explicitly mentioned before Ibrahim (AS) in the Quranic text.

The 16th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an begins with the Surah Al-Qalam, which is often referred to as 'Qal Alam' based on its opening words. This makes option B the correct answer.

The 17th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an is known as 'Qal Alam'. The other options do not correspond to the names of the Juz'.

The statement "When the month of Ramazan comes, the doors of the Heaven are opened and the doors of hell are closed" is a Hadith, a saying of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and is not found as a Quranic verse. Therefore, the correct answer is Hadith.

Historical Islamic sources generally state that Hazrat Aisha (R.A) was about 18 years old when Prophet Muhammad (SAW) passed away in 632 CE. This is based on the timeline of her birth, marriage, and the Prophet's death. While there is some scholarly debate about her exact age at marriage and consummation, the commonly accepted age at the time of the Prophet's death is around 18 years old, which aligns with option A (17 years) as the closest choice given the options. The Britannica and other scholarly sources confirm she was about 18 years old when the Prophet died.

Hazrat Khadeja (RA) was the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). She was his only wife for many years and played a significant role in the early days of Islam.

Taraweeh refers to extra prayers performed by Muslims at night during Ramadan, and the word 'Taraweeh' literally means 'to stand' in Arabic, as these prayers involve standing for long periods.

E'tikaf is a Sunnah practice during the month of Ramzan, where a person stays in the mosque for worship and reflection. It is not considered Farz (obligatory) or Wajib (necessary), but a recommended Sunnah act.

The 14th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an is known as 'Yatāzarūn' (يَتَزَارُونَ), named after the first word of the Juz'. The other options do not correspond to the names of the 14th Juz'.

The term 'Musbaq' in Islamic prayer context refers to the act of hastening or competing to join the prayer early, not the person who leads the prayer. The person who starts or leads the prayer is called the 'Imam'. The other options 'Madurak' and 'Munfarid' do not refer to the prayer leader either. Therefore, the correct answer is 'None of these' since the term 'Musbaq' is not used for the prayer leader.

Kalima Tayyaba, Salat, Zakat, Hajj, and Sawm are known as the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the fundamental acts of worship and practice in Islam.

Lailat-ul-Qadar, also known as the Night of Decree, is described in the Quran as being better than a thousand months (equivalent to thousands of nights). This makes it the night better than a thousand nights, unlike the other options.

Ayat 183 of Surah Al-Baqarah explicitly mentions the obligation of fasting (soam) for believers, making it the correct reference for this question.

Sajah was a well-known female false prophetess during the time of the Prophet Muhammad. She claimed prophethood and led a movement, making her historically recognized as the first female false prophetess in Islamic history.

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) had several sons, but only Hazrat Ibrahim survived to reach adulthood. His other sons, including Hazrat Qasim and Hazrat Abdullah, died in infancy or childhood.