Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams) MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams)
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
101
What was Prophet Isa’s profession?
Answer:
Carpenter
Prophet Isa عليه السلام worked as a carpenter. Like other prophets, he lived a humble livelihood. This shows the dignity of honest labor.
102
Which prophet immediately preceded Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
Answer:
Isa
The prophet before Muhammad ﷺ was Isa عليه السلام (Jesus). He foretold the coming of Ahmad, another name for Muhammad. There was no prophet between Isa and Muhammad ﷺ.
103
Which prophet was an expert in astronomy?
Answer:
Idris
Prophet Idris عليه السلام is considered an expert in astronomy and other sciences. He is also credited with being the first to write with a pen. His knowledge made him a pioneer among prophets.
104
Which prophet is credited with inventing soap?
Answer:
Saleh
Prophet Saleh عليه السلام is traditionally said to have invented soap. Prophets were given both spiritual missions and beneficial worldly skills. This shows guidance in both material and spiritual realms.
105
How many were the People of the Cave?
Answer:
7
Most reports mention that Ashab al-Kahf were seven young men. Their exact number is left ambiguous in Qur’an, teaching humility in knowledge. They symbolize steadfast faith under persecution.
106
How long did the People of the Cave (Ashab al-Kahf) sleep?
Answer:
309 years
Ashab al-Kahf slept for 309 years in their cave as a miracle from Allah. Their story in Surah Kahf shows divine power to preserve life. It was a proof of resurrection.
107
How did Prophet Sulayman die?
Answer:
Standing with a stick
Sulayman عليه السلام died while leaning on his staff. Jinn continued working, thinking he was alive, until termites ate the stick and he fell. This exposed the jinn’s ignorance of the unseen.
108
Whose people were the last to suffer divine punishment?
Answer:
Saleh’s people
The people of Thamud, to whom Saleh عليه السلام was sent, were the last nation destroyed by divine punishment. They killed the miraculous she-camel and were destroyed by an earthquake. Their ruins remain as a sign.
109
Which prophet is referred to as Zun-Nun (the man of the fish)?
Answer:
Yunus
Prophet Yunus عليه السلام is called Zun-Nun and Sahib al-Hoot (man of the fish). He was swallowed by a great fish when he left his people prematurely. His repentance became a timeless prayer.
110
Which prophets are considered alive according to Islamic tradition?
Answer:
Isa and Khidr
Islamic tradition holds that Isa عليه السلام was raised alive by Allah and will return, and Khidr عليه السلام’s life was extended by Allah’s will. Their continued life is part of divine mysteries. This belief is rooted in hadith and tafsir.