CSS Paper Islamic Studies 2017 MCQs

Al-Asma wa’l-Sifat means affirming Allah’s names and attributes as revealed in Qur’an and Sunnah without distortion, denial, or likening Him to creation. For example, Allah is al-Rahman (Most Merciful) and al-Sami‘ (All-Hearing). Believers affirm them as they are, without anthropomorphism. This preserves transcendence while affirming divine reality.

Shirk is associating partners with Allah in worship. Asking saints or graves for help is a violation of Tawhid al-Uluhiyyah. Worship belongs solely to Allah, without intermediaries. Islam strictly guards against even subtle forms of shirk. It nullifies all deeds if committed knowingly.

Tawhid is the foundation of Islamic Aqeedah, affirming that Allah is One without partners. It encompasses His lordship, names, and attributes. All other beliefs flow from this central principle. Without Tawhid, other acts of worship lose their meaning. This is why shirk (associating partners with Allah) is considered the gravest sin.

The literal meaning of Zakat is "to purify." It purifies one's wealth and soul from greed. It also strengthens community bonds by supporting the needy. In Islam, Zakat is both a spiritual and social obligation.

Question 134
When was Zakat made obligatory?
Options:
A) 1 A.H.
B) 2 A.H.
C) 3 A.H.
D) 5 A.H.
Correct Answer: B) 2 A.H.
Explanation: Zakat was made obligatory in the 2nd year after Hijrah. This was the same year fasting in Ramadan became obligatory. Both rulings established the foundation of worship and social responsibility in Madinah.

Question 135
What is the nisab (minimum threshold) for gold and silver?
Options:
A) 10 tolas gold, 100 tolas silver
B) 7.5 tolas gold, 52.5 tolas silver
C) 5 tolas gold, 40 tolas silver
D) 12 tolas gold, 50 tolas silver
Correct Answer: B) 7.5 tolas gold, 52.5 tolas silver
Explanation: The nisab for Zakat is 7.5 tolas (about 87 grams) of gold and 52.5 tolas (about 612 grams) of silver. Anyone who owns this amount for a lunar year must pay Zakat. The nisab ensures only those with sufficient wealth give.

Question 136
In which surah are the injunctions of zakat distribution found?
Options:
A) Surah al-Baqarah
B) Surah al-Tawbah
C) Surah al-Nisa
D) Surah al-Anfal
Correct Answer: B) Surah al-Tawbah
Explanation: Surah al-Tawbah details the categories of people eligible for zakat. This surah establishes the eight heads of zakat distribution. It emphasizes that zakat is not random charity but a structured system. This makes it a pillar of Islamic finance.

Question 137
How many categories of people are eligible to receive zakat?
Options:
A) 5
B) 6
C) 8
D) 10
Correct Answer: C) 8
Explanation: The Qur'an specifies eight categories for zakat distribution in Surah al-Tawbah. These include the poor, needy, zakat collectors, those whose hearts are to be reconciled, freeing slaves, debtors, in the path of Allah, and wayfarers. This system ensures fairness and inclusivity.

Question 138
How many times is zakat mentioned with salat in the Qur'an?
Options:
A) 12
B) 18
C) 22
D) 32
Correct Answer: C) 22
Explanation: Zakat is mentioned alongside salat in the Qur'an 22 times. This pairing shows the close link between worship of Allah and care for people. Salat purifies the soul, while zakat purifies wealth. Both are fundamental pillars of Islam.

Question 139
What is the nisab of livestock for zakat?
Options:
A) 3 camels, 20 goats, 2 cows
B) 5 camels, 40 goats, 3 cows
C) 10 camels, 30 goats, 5 cows
D) 7 camels, 50 goats, 4 cows
Correct Answer: B) 5 camels, 40 goats, 3 cows
Explanation: Zakat becomes obligatory at 5 camels, 40 goats, and 3 cows (or buffaloes). These nisabs ensure pastoral wealth is also included. Islam's system covers all major sources of wealth. Livestock zakat supports community needs.

Question 140
What is the rate of zakat on irrigated produce?
Options:
A) 1/20
B) 1/10
C) 1/5
D) 1/8
Correct Answer: B) 1/10
Explanation: For crops irrigated naturally by rain, 1/10 of the harvest is given as zakat (ushr). This is because no extra expense is needed. It balances fairness with ease. Artificial irrigation has a different rate.

Question 141
What does Ushr mean?
Options:
A) One fifth
B) One tenth
C) One fourth
D) One twentieth
Correct Answer: B) One tenth
Explanation: Ushr means one tenth. It refers to the zakat rate on naturally irrigated produce. It acknowledges Allah's bounty in nature. By contrast, artificially irrigated produce has a lower rate (1/20).

Question 142
What does Khums mean?
Options:
A) One tenth
B) One fifth
C) One twentieth
D) One third
Correct Answer: B) One fifth
Explanation: Khums means one fifth. It refers to 20% of certain spoils or resources given to the state/ummah. It is distinct from zakat and ushr. This practice funded public needs in early Islam.

Question 143
How many times does the word zakat occur in the Qur'an?
Options:
A) 22
B) 24
C) 30
D) 32
Correct Answer: D) 32
Explanation: The word zakat appears 32 times in the Qur'an. Its frequent mention highlights its importance as a pillar of Islam. It reinforces the duty of purifying wealth and supporting society.

Question 144
When were the rate and method of zakat distribution determined?
Options:
A) In Makkah
B) In Madinah, 1 A.H.
C) In Madinah, 2 A.H.
D) In Tabuk, 9 A.H.
Correct Answer: C) In Madinah, 2 A.H.
Explanation: In 2 A.H. at Madinah, the Prophet ﷺ outlined the specific rates and categories for zakat. This system institutionalized wealth redistribution. It made zakat central to Islamic governance.

Question 145
What is Kharaj in Islamic law?
Options:
A) Tax on crops
B) Spoils of war
C) Zakat on gold
D) State treasury
Correct Answer: B) Spoils of war
Explanation: Kharaj refers to revenue from war spoils or conquered lands. It was collected by the Islamic state for public use. Distinct from zakat, it formed another income source.

Question 146
What is Fay in Islamic law?
Options:
A) Tax on crops
B) Income from town lands
C) Voluntary charity
D) Treasure
Correct Answer: B) Income from town lands
Explanation: Fay is income derived from town lands or unopposed conquests. It differs from spoils won in battle. The Qur'an directs its use for communal welfare.

Question 147
What is the zakat rate on mines?
Options:
A) 1/10
B) 1/20
C) 1/5
D) 1/3
Correct Answer: C) 1/5
Explanation: The zakat on resources from mines is 1/5. This parallels khums. It ensures that extracted wealth benefits the community. Islam regulates natural resources for justice.

Question 148
What is the zakat rate on artificially irrigated land?
Options:
A) 1/20
B) 1/10
C) 1/5
D) 1/8
Correct Answer: A) 1/20
Explanation: For artificially irrigated land, zakat is 1/20 of the produce. This lower rate accounts for human effort and costs. It balances fairness with mercy. It shows Islam's practicality.

Question 149
Who are al-Gharimīn in zakat distribution?
Options:
A) Debtors
B) Orphans
C) Slaves
D) Travelers
Correct Answer: A) Debtors
Explanation: Al-Gharimīn are debtors eligible to receive zakat. This prevents crushing poverty from debt. It reflects Islam's concern for dignity and relief. Supporting debtors helps restore economic balance.

Question 150
How many types of zakat are there?
Options:
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four
Correct Answer: B) Two
Explanation: Zakat has two main types: zakat on wealth (mal) and zakat al-fitr. Zakat on wealth applies annually to nisab holdings. Zakat al-fitr is given before Eid al-Fitr to purify fasting. Both types strengthen community welfare.

When we add up the farz rak'ahs of the five daily prayers across a week, the total comes to 48. This includes 2 (Fajr), 4 (Zuhr), 4 (Asr), 3 (Maghrib), and 4 (Isha) multiplied over seven days. It reflects the central structure of Islamic worship. The regularity of farz rak'ahs instills discipline in daily life.

Question 113
Which special prayer is offered during a lunar eclipse?
Options:
A) Salat al-Istasqa
B) Salat al-Khusuf
C) Salat al-Kasuf
D) Salat al-Tahajjud
Correct Answer: B) Salat al-Khusuf
Explanation: Salat al-Khusuf is the prayer offered during a lunar eclipse. It is a reminder of Allah's signs in creation. The Prophet ﷺ led it in congregation to remind people of Allah's power. It is prayed with long recitations and humility.

Question 114
Which special prayer is offered during a solar eclipse?
Options:
A) Salat al-Khusuf
B) Salat al-Kasuf
C) Salat al-Istasqa
D) Salat al-Jumu'ah
Correct Answer: B) Salat al-Kasuf
Explanation: Salat al-Kasuf is prayed when a solar eclipse occurs. The Prophet ﷺ prayed it to show submission to Allah at extraordinary cosmic events. It is prayed with extra bowings and prostrations. It reminds believers that the sun and moon are under Allah's control.

Question 115
Which prayer is offered to ask Allah for rain?
Options:
A) Salat al-Kasuf
B) Salat al-Khusuf
C) Salat al-Istasqa
D) Salat al-Janazah
Correct Answer: C) Salat al-Istasqa
Explanation: Salat al-Istasqa is offered to seek rain from Allah during drought. The Prophet ﷺ prayed it with hands raised, turning them with the backs upward. This symbolizes humility and neediness before Allah. It was a well-known practice in Madinah during times of famine.

Question 116
When did the Prophet ﷺ first offer Jumu'ah prayer?
Options:
A) 1 A.H.
B) 2 A.H.
C) Before Hijrah
D) 5 A.H.
Correct Answer: A) 1 A.H.
Explanation: The Prophet ﷺ first offered Jumu'ah prayer in 1 A.H., soon after arriving in Madinah. Jumu'ah prayer became an essential weekly act of worship. It combines communal gathering with sermon and prayer. It remains a symbol of Muslim unity.

Question 117
When was the first Eid prayer offered by the Prophet ﷺ?
Options:
A) 1 A.H.
B) 2 A.H.
C) 5 A.H.
D) 10 A.H.
Correct Answer: B) 2 A.H.
Explanation: The Prophet ﷺ led the first Eid prayer in 2 A.H. after the command for Zakat al-Fitr. Eid prayers celebrate the completion of major acts of worship like fasting and Hajj. They are marked with joy, gratitude, and remembrance of Allah.

Question 118
What is the ruling of Eid prayer in Islamic law?
Options:
A) Sunnah
B) Wajib
C) Mustahabb
D) Mubah
Correct Answer: B) Wajib
Explanation: Eid prayer is regarded as wajib (obligatory according to many jurists). The Prophet ﷺ never abandoned it and encouraged all, including women, to attend. It is performed with additional takbeerat. Its community nature emphasizes collective celebration of obedience to Allah.

Question 119
Who is called a Mudrak in salat?
Options:
A) One who starts with the imam
B) One who joins after one rak'ah
C) One who prays alone
D) One who misses Jumu'ah
Correct Answer: A) One who starts with the imam
Explanation: A Mudrak is the person who begins salat with the imam from the first takbeer. He experiences the prayer fully in congregation. This contrasts with a Masbuq, who joins late. Both categories show how Islamic law values congregation.

Question 120
Who is called a Masbuq in salat?
Options:
A) One who starts with the imam
B) One who misses at least one rak'ah
C) One who prays alone
D) One who leads others
Correct Answer: B) One who misses at least one rak'ah
Explanation: A Masbuq is the person who joins after the imam has already prayed one rak'ah or more. He must complete the missed rak'ahs after the imam finishes. The Prophet ﷺ taught: "What you catch, pray; what you miss, complete it."

Question 121
What does the word Tahajjud literally mean?
Options:
A) Extra prayer after Isha
B) Abandoning sleep
C) Standing long in prayer
D) Night meditation
Correct Answer: B) Abandoning sleep
Explanation: Tahajjud literally means abandoning sleep. It refers to voluntary night prayer after sleeping. The Prophet ﷺ prayed it regularly, and the Qur'an praises those who do so. It carries immense spiritual reward.

Question 122
What is Qa'dah in salat?
Options:
A) Standing after ruku'
B) Sitting straight in prayer
C) Short pause between sajdahs
D) Raising hands in takbeer
Correct Answer: B) Sitting straight in prayer
Explanation: Qa'dah refers to sitting straight in salat, especially during tashahhud. It is a farz to complete the prayer properly. The sitting reflects humility and submission. It also provides the position for reciting shahadah.

Question 123
What is Jalsah in salat?
Options:
A) Standing after ruku'
B) Sitting after salat
C) Short pause between two sajdahs
D) Raising hands in takbeer
Correct Answer: C) Short pause between two sajdahs
Explanation: Jalsah is the brief pause of sitting between two sajdahs. It is wajib according to many jurists. It allows calmness and composure in prayer. The Prophet ﷺ emphasized tranquility in every movement.

Question 124
What is Qaumah in salat?
Options:
A) Standing straight after ruku'
B) Sitting straight after sajdah
C) Extra takbeer
D) Raising hands for dua
Correct Answer: A) Standing straight after ruku'
Explanation: Qaumah is the position of standing upright after rising from ruku'. It is a Sunnah act that completes the flow of prayer. It ensures calmness before proceeding to sajdah. Neglecting it reduces the prayer's perfection.

Question 125
What is a Munfarid?
Options:
A) Imam of prayer
B) One who prays alone
C) One who joins late
D) One who starts with imam
Correct Answer: B) One who prays alone
Explanation: A Munfarid is someone who performs prayer individually, not in congregation. Though valid, congregational prayer carries 27 times more reward. Islam emphasizes unity through collective worship.

Question 126
How many obligatory acts are in wudu?
Options:
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6
Correct Answer: B) 4
Explanation: There are 4 farz acts in wudu: washing the face, washing arms up to elbows, wiping the head, and washing feet up to ankles. Without these, wudu is invalid. In addition, there are 14 Sunnah acts that perfect wudu.

Question 127
How many obligatory acts are in ghusl?
Options:
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Correct Answer: B) 3
Explanation: Ghusl has 3 farz: rinsing the mouth, rinsing the nose, and washing the whole body. If any of these are missed, ghusl is incomplete. There are 5 Sunnah acts that complete its perfection.

Question 128
In which prayers is there no change in farz rak'ahs during qasr (shortened prayer)?
Options:
A) Fajr, Maghrib, and Witr
B) Zuhr, Asr, and Isha
C) Only Fajr
D) Only Maghrib
Correct Answer: A) Fajr, Maghrib, and Witr
Explanation: During qasr (traveler's prayer), Fajr remains 2 rak'ahs, Maghrib 3, and Witr 3. Only the 4-rak'ah prayers (Zuhr, Asr, Isha) are shortened to 2. This shows balance in Shari'ah: ease for travelers while maintaining structure.

Question 129
What is recited in Eid-ul-Adha after prayers?
Options:
A) Takbeer al-Ihram
B) Takbeer al-Tashreeq
C) Takbeer al-Tahreemah
D) Takbeer al-Tasbeeh
Correct Answer: B) Takbeer al-Tashreeq
Explanation: Takbeer al-Tashreeq is recited after prayers from Fajr of 9th Dhul-Hijjah till Asr of 13th Dhul-Hijjah. It glorifies Allah in the days of sacrifice. It is a Sunnah practice followed by all Muslims.

Question 130
How many people are required for Jumu'ah prayer to be valid?
Options:
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 40
Correct Answer: B) 2
Explanation: At minimum, two people are required for jama'ah prayer, including the imam. For Jumu'ah, jurists differ, but congregation is necessary. This rule emphasizes community worship. It prevents isolation in religious life.

Question 131
When did Jumu'ah become obligatory?
Options:
A) In Makkah
B) In Madinah
C) In Tabuk
D) In Khaybar
Correct Answer: B) In Madinah
Explanation: Jumu'ah became obligatory after Hijrah, in Madinah. Before that, Muslims prayed daily salat without a Friday congregation. The command of Jumu'ah is in Surah al-Jumu'ah. It is a weekly symbol of Muslim unity.

Question 132
When were the five daily prayers made compulsory?
Options:
A) 7th Nabawi
B) 9th Nabawi
C) 10th Nabawi
D) 12th Nabawi
Correct Answer: C) 10th Nabawi
Explanation: The five daily prayers were made obligatory in the 10th year of Prophethood during the Mi'raj (Night Journey). Before that, prayer was fewer in number. This event connected believers directly with Allah five times a day. It became the pillar of Islam.

The testimony "La ilaha illa Allah" is the key to Paradise. It affirms Tawhid and negates shirk. Without it, deeds are void. It is the foundation of Aqeedah and the ultimate truth.

Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام's father made idols, but he rejected shirk. He challenged his people and declared Tawhid. His story teaches that Aqeedah is stronger than family ties. He became the father of prophets.

Salvation requires both correct faith and righteous actions. Aqeedah alone without deeds is incomplete. Deeds without belief are worthless. Together they fulfill the purpose of Islam.

_Al-Basir_ means Allah sees everything, visible or hidden. Nothing escapes His sight. Aqeedah affirms His attributes without likening Him to creation. This deepens awareness of divine watchfulness.

Prophet Isa عليه السلام is called _al-Masih_ in the Qur'an. This title means "the anointed one," but Islam rejects the divinity attributed to him. Aqeedah affirms he was a prophet and servant of Allah. His role is clarified against false claims.