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Islamic Studies MCQs

Which Surah contains the command of “Qisas” (retaliation law)?

  • A. Al-Ma’idah
  • B. Al-Baqarah
  • C. Al-Nisa
  • D. Al-An‘am
Explanation:
Qisas law is detailed in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:178).

Which theological stance affirms both reason and revelation?

  • A. Ash‘ari
  • B. Mu‘tazila
  • C. Athari
  • D. Jahmiyyah
Explanation:
Ash‘ari balance rational and textual approaches.

Which empire succeeded Fatimids in Egypt?

  • A. Ayyubids
  • B. Abbasids
  • C. Seljuks
  • D. Ottomans
Explanation:
Salahuddin founded Ayyubid rule.

Which school emphasizes hadith over opinion strongly?

  • A. Hanafi
  • B. Maliki
  • C. Shafi‘i
  • D. Hanbali
Explanation:
Hanbali school prioritizes hadith.

Which companion was expert in Qur’anic recitation?

  • A. Ubayy ibn Ka‘b
  • B. Abu Huraira
  • C. Umar
  • D. Ali
Explanation:
Ubayy ibn Ka‘b was leading reciter.

What is “Mawquf” hadith?

  • A. Statement of Prophet
  • B. Statement of Companion
  • C. Statement of Tabi‘i
  • D. Fabricated
Explanation:
Mawquf is attributed to Companion.

Which sect denies intercession (Shafa‘ah)?

  • A. Mu‘tazila
  • B. Ash‘ari
  • C. Maturidi
  • D. Athari
Explanation:
Mu‘tazila reject intercession.

Who was known as “Hakim al-Ummah” among scholars?

  • A. Ibn Taymiyyah
  • B. Shah Waliullah
  • C. Al-Ghazali
  • D. Al-Shafi‘i
Explanation:
Shah Waliullah was given this title.

Which principle prioritizes removing harm?

  • A. Darar yuzal
  • B. Qiyas
  • C. Istishab
  • D. Taqlid
Explanation:
Harm must be eliminated in law.

Which battle is called “Day of Criterion”?

  • A. Badr
  • B. Uhud
  • C. Khandaq
  • D. Hunayn
Explanation:
Badr is referred to as Yawm al-Furqan.