Aspirants can attempt 20 MCQs from the Islamic Studies paper of the CSS 2017 exam. Candidates for the CSS exam can either attempt these MCQs or read detailed explanations. Below are the CSS Islamic Studies 2017 MCQs.
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Q 1: Ghazwa-e-Ahzab is also called.
A) Ghazwa-e-Khandaq
B) Ghazwa-e-Al Badr
C) Ghazwa-e-Hunayn
D) None of these
Ghazwa-e-Ahzab is also called Ghazwa-e-Khandaq because it was during this battle that the Muslims dug a trench around Madinah as a defensive strategy against the invading coalition of tribes led by the Quraysh. The trench served as a protective barrier, and the battle is remembered for the unity and resilience shown by the Muslim community.
Q 2: The members of committee constituted by Hazrat Umer (RA) to elect next caliph:
A) 4
B) 6
C) 8
D) None of these
The committee constituted by Hazrat Umar (RA) to elect the next caliph after his death consisted of six members, including prominent companions like Hazrat Ali (RA) and Hazrat Abdur Rehman bin Auf (RA). The committee\'s responsibility was to select a worthy successor to lead the Muslim community.
Q 3: How many categories of peoples are entitled to receive Zakat?
A) 6
B) 7
C) 8
D) None of these
Eight categories of people are entitled to receive Zakat in Islam, as mentioned in the Quran. These include the poor, the needy, those employed to collect Zakat, those whose hearts need to be reconciled, those in bondage, those in debt, those fighting for the cause of Allah, and the wayfarer.
Q 4: Purpose of fasting is described in Quran as:
A) Taqwa
B) Suhoor
C) Ramadan
D) None of these
The purpose of fasting is described in the Quran as developing Taqwa, which means consciousness and piety towards Allah. Fasting during the month of Ramadan is meant to instill self-discipline, empathy for the less fortunate, and a stronger connection with Allah.
Q 5: In Ghazwa-e-Khandaq, the salats combined by the Holy Prophet (PBUH):
A) Fajr and Zuhr
B) Zuhr and Asr
C) Maghhrib and Isha
D) None of these
In the Battle of Khandaq (Battle of the Trench), the Holy Prophet (PBUH) combined the Zuhr and Asr prayers due to the challenging circumstances. The Muslims were facing a siege from their enemies, and the Prophet\'s decision to combine the prayers demonstrated flexibility and practicality in the performance of religious duties.
Q 6: Hazrat Usman (R.A) was chosen by:
A) Hazrat Ali
B) Hazrat Abdur Rehman bin Auf (R.A)
C) Hazrat Umer
D) None of these
Hazrat Usman (RA) was chosen as the third caliph of Islam after the consultation and consensus of a select group of prominent companions, including Hazrat Abdur Rehman bin Auf (RA). His election was marked by unanimity among the senior companions.
Q 7: People present at the last sermon:
A) 114,000
B) 124,000
C) 123,999
D) None of these
Approximately 124,000 people were present at the last sermon delivered by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during his farewell Hajj. This sermon, known as the Farewell Sermon, is considered one of the most significant addresses of the Prophet and encompasses essential guidance for the Muslim community.
Q 8: Jibrael means:
A) Abdullah
B) Abdul Aziz
C) Servant of the Almighty
D) The Celestial Messenger
Jibrael (Gabriel) means \"The Celestial Messenger.\" He is the archangel who was entrusted by Allah to deliver His revelations to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Jibrael played a crucial role in conveying the divine message and guidance to the Prophet and is highly revered in Islam.
Q 9: Law of refraction given by:
A) Ibn al- Haytham
B) Ibrahim al-Fazari
C) Al-Farghani
D) None of these
The law of refraction, known as Snell\'s Law, was given by Ibn al-Haytham, also known as Alhazen, an Arab scientist and mathematician. He made groundbreaking contributions to the field of optics and laid the foundation for the modern understanding of light and vision.
Q 10: Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi was a:
A) Physician
B) Surgeon
C) Both a and b
D) None of these
Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi, also known as Al-Zahrawi or Albucasis, was a prominent physician and surgeon in medieval Islamic Spain. He is often considered the \"father of surgery\" and made significant contributions to medical science, including advancements in surgical techniques and instruments.
Q 11: The period of Islamic Caliphate lasted for nearly:
A) 25 years
B) 30 years
C) 35 years
D) None of these
The period of the Islamic Caliphate lasted for nearly 30 years, starting from the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 632 A.D. and continuing until the end of the Umayyad Caliphate in 661 A.D. This era saw the succession of four Rashidun caliphs and the establishment of the Umayyad dynasty.
Q 12: Title given to Imam Malik:
A) Al-Muwatta
B) Mujtahid e Mutlaq
C) Imaam Daarul Hijrah
D) None of these
Imam Malik, a renowned Islamic jurist and scholar, was given the title Imam Darul Hijrah, which signifies his prominent role as a leader and authority in matters of jurisprudence and religious guidance in Madinah.
Q 13: No. of clauses of Medina Charter:
A) 52
B) 37
C) 29
D) 47
The Medina Charter had 47 clauses and was a constitution that provided guidelines for governance, religious freedom, and social cohesion in the early Muslim community in Medina. It established a framework for the peaceful coexistence of various religious and tribal groups under the leadership of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Q 14: Literal meaning of Hajj is:
A) Intend to go somewhere
B) Will to visit
C) Worship
D) None of these
The literal meaning of Hajj is \"intend to go somewhere.\" In Islamic terminology, Hajj refers to the annual pilgrimage to the holy city of Makkah, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and obligatory for all able-bodied Muslims to perform at least once in their lifetime.
Q 15: Salat-e-Istisqa is offered for:
A) Rain
B) For the fulfillment of a need
C) Forgiveness
D) None of these
Salat-e-Istisqa is a special prayer performed during times of drought or lack of rainfall. Muslims offer this prayer to seek Allah\'s mercy and blessings for rain, as water is essential for agriculture and sustenance.
Q 16: Five Salats were made obligatory at the time of:
A) Before 622 AD
B) Mir\'aj
C) Stay at Ghar-e-Hira
D) None of these
The obligation of performing the five daily Salats (prayers) was revealed during the miraculous night journey of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), known as Mir\'aj. During this journey, Allah ordained the five daily prayers as an essential act of worship for Muslims.
Q 17: Scribe of the Treaty of Hudaibiya:
A) Hazrat Umar (RA)
B) Hazrat Ali Al Murtaza (RA)
C) Hazrat Usman (RA)
D) None of these
Hazrat Ali Al-Murtaza (RA) was a close companion and cousin of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). He was chosen by the Prophet to be the scribe of the Treaty of Hudaibiya, a significant agreement between the Muslims of Madinah and the Quraysh tribe of Makkah.
Q 18: Who was the author of Islam at the Crossroads?
A) Talal Asad
B) Abdullah Yusuf Ali
C) Muhammad Asad
D) None of these
Islam at the Crossroads is a significant work by Muhammad Asad, a Jewish convert to Islam who became a renowned Islamic scholar, diplomat, and writer. The book explores the challenges and opportunities facing the Muslim world in the modern era and emphasizes the need for intellectual renewal and reform within the Islamic community.
Q 19: Sahi Bukhari and Sahli Muslim collectively are:
A) Sahihain
B) Sihah Sittah
C) Sahih
D) None of these
Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim collectively are known as Sahihain, which means the two most authentic Hadith collections in Islam. They are considered the most reliable sources of the sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Q 20: First lady market controller of Madina made by Hazrat Umar(R.A) was:
A) Samra\' bint Nuhayk
B) Al-Shifa bint Abdullah
C) Khawla bint al-Azwar
D) None of these
Hazrat Umar (RA) appointed Al-Shifa bint Abdullah as the first lady market controller of Madinah, empowering her with administrative responsibilities related to market affairs. This appointment was an important step towards ensuring fairness and order in economic transactions.
