Islamic Studies

The 15th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur'an is commonly known as 'Qal Alam' because it begins with the phrase 'Qal Alam' (Say: By the Pen). This is a standard naming convention based on the opening words of the Juz'.

Surah Al-Ikhlas is often described as equivalent to one-third of the Qur'an because it succinctly encapsulates the concept of monotheism, which is central to Islamic belief.

The 13th Para (Juz') of the Holy Qur’an begins with the Surah Ar-Ra'd and includes the Surah Ibrahim, but the name commonly associated with the 13th Juz is 'Wa Mamin Da'abat' which is the starting phrase of the 13th Juz. Therefore, option B is correct.

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) had only one son, named Qasim, with Hazrat Khadija (RA). The other children were daughters, so the correct answer is 1.

The prerequisite of fasting in Islamic teachings is primarily self-discipline, as it requires controlling one's desires and actions during fasting hours. While self-control is related, self-discipline better encompasses the overall commitment needed.

The literal meaning of 'Soam' in Islamic terminology is 'to leave something,' specifically referring to abstaining from certain actions such as food or drink during fasting. Therefore, option A is correct, while option C is incorrect because 'to avoid something' is a broader phrase and not the precise literal meaning.

Soam (fasting) is prohibited on both Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Azha as these are days of celebration and feasting in Islam, during which fasting is not allowed.

Hazrat Ibrahim was the third son of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). His first two sons were Al-Qasim and Abdullah, both of whom died in infancy. Ibrahim was born later in Medina and also passed away in infancy.

Hazrat Umar (R.A.) was the second Caliph of Islam, succeeding Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A.) who was the first Caliph. This is a well-established historical fact in Islamic history.

Hazrat Sauda (RA) was the second wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) after the passing of his first wife, Hazrat Khadeja (RA). This is well-documented in Islamic history.

The kaffarah (expiation) for deliberately breaking a fast during Ramadan by sexual intercourse is to fast continuously for 60 days or to feed 60 poor people. This is the majority scholarly opinion. For breaking the fast by eating or drinking deliberately, only making up the missed day (qada) and sincere repentance is required, without kaffarah. Some jurists extend kaffarah to deliberate eating or drinking, but the commonly accepted kaffarah fasting period is 60 continuous days. Therefore, the correct answer is 60 (option D).

Surah Al-Ahzab (The Confederates) refers to the Battle of the Trench, a significant holy war in Islamic history, making it the Surah named after a holy war. The other Surahs listed do not directly refer to a holy war.

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) had several sons, but only two survived infancy: Al-Qasim and Ibrahim. Al-Qasim was the first son, and Ibrahim was the second son. Abdullah and Abdurrehman were not his sons.

The holy month of Ramadan is divided into three distinct parts, each consisting of ten days called an 'Ashra' (Arabic for ten). The first ten days are known as Ashra-e-Rehmat (Days of Mercy), focusing on seeking Allah's boundless mercy and blessings. This is followed by the second Ashra, Ashra-e-Maghfirat (Days of Forgiveness, days 11–20), and the final third Ashra, Ashra-e-Najat (Protection from Hellfire, days 21–30), which contains the highly blessed night of Laylat al-Qadr.

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) had one son, Ibrahim, with Hazrat Maria al-Qibtiyya (RA). This is well-documented in Islamic history, confirming that the correct answer is 1.

The chronological order of the wives of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is well documented in Islamic historical sources. His first wife was Hazrat Khadijah (RA), followed by Hazrat Sauda (RA) as the second wife, then Hazrat Ayesha (RA) as the third wife, and Hazrat Hafsa (RA) as the fourth wife. Therefore, the fourth wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was Hazrat Hafsa (RA), not Hazrat Sauda (RA). This is confirmed by multiple authoritative Islamic sources including Islam Q&A and Al-Islam.org.

Makkah Surahs (chapters revealed in Makkah) were revealed over approximately 13 to 14 years during the Prophet Muhammad's early prophethood before the migration to Madinah. The most commonly accepted duration is about 13 to 14 years, so 14 years is the best answer among the options.

The third Ashra of Ramazan is called Ashra-e-Maghfirat, which means the ten days of forgiveness. The first Ashra is Ashra-e-Rehmat (ten days of mercy), and the second Ashra is Ashra-e-Najat (ten days of salvation from the fire of Hell).

Historical sources indicate that the order of the wives of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) varies slightly among accounts, but commonly accepted lists show that Hazrat Safiya (RA) was not the tenth wife. The generally accepted order after Khadijah (RA) includes Sawda bint Zam'a, Aisha bint Abu Bakr, Hafsa bint Umar, Zainab bint Khuzayma, Umm Salama, Zainab bint Jahsh, Juwayriya bint al-Harith, Umm Habiba (RA), Safiya bint Huyayy, and Maymunah bint al-Harith. According to this, Umm Habiba (RA) is often considered the ninth or tenth wife, and Safiya (RA) is usually the eleventh. Therefore, none of the options A, B, or C correctly identify the tenth wife, making option D (None of These) the correct answer.

There are exactly 5 Surahs in the Holy Quran that begin with the word "Qul" (قُل). These are Surah Al-Jinn, Surah Al-Kafirun, Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas.

Maqbool Hajj refers to a Hajj that is accepted by Allah, meaning it is performed correctly and sincerely without deficiencies. Therefore, the correct answer is 'which is accepted'.

The term 'Masha' or 'Mash'ar al-Haram' refers specifically to the sacred plain in Muzdalifah where pilgrims gather after leaving Arafat during Hajj. It is the place where the wuquf (standing) is performed, prayers are offered, and pilgrims collect pebbles for the stoning ritual. This confirms that Muzdalifah valley is correctly identified as 'Masha' or 'Ar-Rul Haram' in the context of Hajj rituals. The other options (Mina valley, Arafat, Madina valley) do not correspond to this term.

The 11th month of the Islamic calendar is Dhu al-Qi'dah (also spelled Ziqa’ad). This month precedes Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month. The other options correspond to different months: Safar is the 2nd month, Rabi' al-Awwal is the 3rd month, and Shawwal is the 10th month.

The sixth month of the Islamic calendar is Jamadi-us-Sani (also spelled Jumada al-Thani). The months in order are Muharram, Safar, Rabi-ul-Awwal, Rabi-us-Sani, Jumada al-Awwal, and then Jumada al-Thani (Jamadi-us-Sani).

A Hadith consists of two main parts: Sanad (chain of narrators) and Matn (text or content of the Hadith). The Matn contains the actual saying, action, or approval of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), while the Sanad shows its transmission chain.