Islamic Studies

According to Islamic tradition and historical accounts, Hazrat Yosuf (Joseph) AS and his father Hazrat Yaqoob (Jacob) AS were reunited after a separation of approximately 40 years. This period includes the time Hazrat Yosuf was taken to Egypt and the years before their reunion.

Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo was commissioned in 970 CE and completed in 972 CE. The first Friday prayers were held there on June 22, 972 during Ramadan. This is the most commonly accepted completion date according to multiple authoritative sources including Wikipedia. The option 920 AD is too early and 980 AD is slightly late. Therefore, the correct answer is B (972 AD).

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said that if he were not the last prophet, Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) would have been the prophet. This is a well-known narration in Islamic tradition, highlighting the high status of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA).

According to Islamic scholarly sources, Prophet Ayub (AS) is a descendant of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) through the lineage of Ishaq (Isaac) and Esau, but Ibrahim (AS) is not his material grandfather. The genealogy is given as Ayub ibn Musa ibn Razeh ibn Esau ibn Ishaq ibn Ibrahim. This means Ibrahim (AS) is an ancestor several generations back, not the immediate grandfather. Therefore, none of the options A (Hazrat Ibrahim AS), B (Hazrat Loot AS), or C (Hazrat Noah AS) is the material grandfather of Hazrat Ayub AS. The correct answer is D (None of these).

Hazrat Um-e-Salma (RA) was alive during the time of the Karbala tragedy in 680 AD, whereas Hazrat Ayesha (RA) and Hazrat Khadija (RA) had passed away before that event. Therefore, option A is correct.

Historical and scholarly sources confirm that the title 'Ameer-ul Momineen' (Commander of the Faithful) was first adopted by Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA), the second Caliph of Islam, after the death of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA). While Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) was the first Caliph, the specific title 'Ameer-ul Momineen' was first used officially by Hazrat Umar (RA) to denote his leadership over the Muslim community. This is supported by multiple Islamic historical references and encyclopedic sources such as Britannica and Wikipedia.

Syed Ahmad Shaheed is historically known for his efforts to eradicate religious innovations (bid'ah) and revive pure Islamic teachings through his reformist movement in the 19th century. While Shah Walli Ullah and Haji Shariat Ullah were also reformers, Syed Ahmad Shaheed's mission was specifically focused on combating innovations in religion.

The attribute 'Albari' refers to Allah as 'The Maker' or 'The Creator,' emphasizing His role in creating and shaping all things. This matches option B, making it the correct answer.

Hazrat Ayub (AS) is renowned in Islamic tradition for his extraordinary patience and steadfastness during severe trials and hardships, making 'Patience' the correct attribute associated with him.

Hazrat Yosuf (Joseph) AS is known in Islamic tradition for his ability to interpret dreams, as described in the Quran. This distinguishes him from the other prophets listed, making option B the correct answer.

The conquest of Makkah occurred in the 8th year after Hijrah (8 AH), specifically in the month of Ramadan. Historical sources confirm that the Muslim army, led by Prophet Muhammad, entered Makkah peacefully around the 20th of Ramadan in 8 AH, which corresponds to December 629 or January 630 CE. Therefore, the correct answer is 'A' (8th Hijrah). The original answer 'B' (7th Hijrah) is incorrect.

Khiraj was the land tax imposed on non-Muslim cultivators and landlords in Islamic states. Jizya was a tax on non-Muslim individuals, Khums was a tax on certain gains, and 'None of these' is incorrect.

The first edition of Assarul Sanadeed was published in 1845, not 1846. Therefore, option B is correct. Assarul Sanadeed is a historical work documenting the heritage and forts of Punjab.

Hazrat Ali (RA) is historically recognized as the first person to raise the flag in Ghazwa (battles) during the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This is a well-documented fact in Islamic history, distinguishing him from others mentioned.

The Jamia Mosque of Damascus, also known as the Umayyad Mosque, was built by Caliph Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik (Waleed bin Abdul Malik) during the Umayyad dynasty. This is a well-established historical fact in Islamic history.

The first Umayyad Caliph was Ameer Muawiya (Muawiya I), who established the Umayyad Caliphate after the end of the Rashidun Caliphate. The other options are incorrect as Al-Mughira was not a caliph, and Yazid was a later Umayyad caliph.

The word 'Adam' originates from the Syriac language, also known as Suryani, which is a dialect of Aramaic. It is not from Hindi or Synani (which is not a recognized language). Therefore, option C is correct.

In the Islamic call to prayer (Azaan), the phrase "Allah-o-Akbar" (God is the Greatest) is repeated 4 times at the beginning and 3 times at the end, totaling 7 times.

Prophet Saleh (AS) was sent to the people of the Nation of Samud as mentioned in Islamic teachings. The other prophets listed were sent to different nations.

Hazrat Idrees (AS) is known in Islamic tradition for his wisdom, patience, and devotion to Allah. Therefore, all the attributes listed (wisdom, patience, devotion) are associated with him, making option D the correct answer.

Bait Rizwan was the site of the Battle of Bait al-Rizwan where the followers of Hazrat Usman (RA) sought to avenge his assassination. Therefore, the revenge was taken for Hazrat Usman (RA).

According to authentic Islamic hadiths found in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, Prophet Adam (AS) was created with a height of sixty cubits, which is approximately 90 feet. It is also mentioned that people have been decreasing in stature since Adam's creation. This is a well-established narration in Islamic tradition, confirming that the height of 90 feet is the commonly accepted figure.

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) passed away on 8 June 632 CE, which corresponds to 12 Rabi' al-Awwal in the Islamic calendar. This date is widely accepted by historians and Islamic scholars.

According to Islamic tradition and scholarly sources, Hazrat Idris (AS) was given 30 Saheefay (scrolls) as divine revelation. This is supported by Islamic scholarly references such as Islam Q&A, which mention that 30 pages (Saheefah) were revealed to Hazrat Idris (AS). Therefore, the correct answer is option B (30).

The title 'Abu-Al-Bashar Sani' means 'the second father of mankind' and is an honorific title given to Prophet Nuh (Noah) in Islamic tradition. He is called the 'second Adam' because he renewed humanity after the great flood. This is confirmed by multiple Islamic sources and dictionaries. Therefore, the correct answer is A, Hazrat Nuh AS.