Religious Studies

Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is the largest mosque in the world, encompassing the Kaaba and accommodating millions of worshippers, especially during Hajj. The other mosques listed are significant but smaller in size.

The Holy Quran is divided into 30 equal sections, known as 'Juz' or 'Sipara,' to facilitate its recitation over a month.

The third fundamental pillar of Islam is Zakat, which refers to giving charity to the poor and needy. It follows Shahada (faith) and Salah (prayer) in the order of the Five Pillars.

Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca, is the pillar of Islam that requires both physical effort and financial expenditure, as Muslims must travel to Mecca and cover associated costs.

There are five basic pillars of Islam, which are fundamental acts of worship and practice for Muslims.

Judaism is traditionally traced back to Abraham, who is considered the founding patriarch of the Jewish people and their faith. Neither Prophet Muhammad nor Jesus Christ founded Judaism; they are associated with Islam and Christianity, respectively.

The Qur’an (9:30) mentions that some Jews said 'Uzair (Ezra) is the son of Allah.' Islamic sources explain that this claim was held by a minority sect among Jews during the time of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly in regions like Yemen and Medina. This belief is not part of mainstream Jewish theology, which strictly rejects the notion of God having a son. The claim is historically attributed to a small group called the Asbahaniyyah and is not found in mainstream Jewish texts. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Jew'.

Yom Kippur, known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in Judaism, marked by fasting and prayer for forgiveness.

The place of worship for Sikhs is called a Gurdwara, which is distinct from a Mosque (Islam), Synagogue (Judaism), and Jinja (Shinto).

The place of worship for Christians is called a Church. Mosques are for Muslims, Synagogues are for Jews, and 'Jinja' is not a correct term for a Christian worship place.