CSS Paper Islamic Studies 2017 MCQs

Denying Allah's existence nullifies Aqeedah, as it rejects the foundation of Islam. Other sins, though serious, do not expel one from Islam unless accompanied by denial. Aqeedah begins with affirming Allah and His oneness. This is the first and final truth of faith.

Jinn were created from smokeless fire, while humans were made from clay and angels from light. Belief in jinn is part of the unseen. They are accountable to Allah like humans. Some believe and others disbelieve among them.

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the Seal of Prophets. After him, no prophet will come. His message is universal, unlike previous prophets who were sent to specific nations. Belief in his finality is essential to Aqeedah. Denying it removes one from Islam.

Barzakh is the intermediate state between death and resurrection. The soul experiences either comfort or punishment depending on its deeds. Belief in Barzakh is part of the unseen. It prepares the believer for accountability. Remembering Barzakh inspires righteous living.

Tawhid al-Uluhiyyah means singling out Allah in all acts of worship, such as prayer, dua, and sacrifice. It distinguishes between believers and polytheists. Many nations affirmed Allah's existence but failed in worship. Islam perfects this Tawhid through practice.

Allah is eternal, without beginning or end. He is self-sufficient and does not depend on creation. Attributes like forgetfulness or mortality contradict His perfection. Proper belief in His attributes strengthens correct Aqeedah.

Prophet Isa عليه السلام was given the Injeel as guidance for the Children of Israel. Like other revealed scriptures, its original message has been altered by humans. Belief in Injeel means affirming its original revelation, not its current forms. The Qur'an came as the final preserved message.

Belief in the Last Day includes resurrection, judgment, paradise, and hellfire. It emphasizes accountability for deeds. The Qur'an often reminds believers of this reality. Neglecting it leads to heedlessness. This faith directs one's actions toward eternal consequences.

Prophets were sent with the message of Tawhid, calling people to worship Allah alone. They brought guidance through revelation. They were not kings seeking worldly gain. Their mission was mercy and correction. Following prophets is following divine will.

Tawhid al-Rububiyyah affirms Allah's exclusive lordship over creation, sustenance, life, and death. Recognizing this prevents attributing power to other than Him. It is the first dimension of Tawhid. This belief strengthens trust and reliance upon Allah.