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
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What is Fiqh al-Istiqraʾ?
Answer:
Jurisprudence through inductive reasoning from multiple evidences
Istiqraʾ gathers multiple texts and principles to derive a general rule. Example: analyzing texts on water purity. It complements qiyas and ijmaʿ. It refines legal deduction.
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What is Fiqh al-Taqdir?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of estimated rulings when exact proof is absent
Taqdir is used when measuring shares, compensation, or diyah amounts. It uses estimation and fairness. It shows fiqh’s practicality in uncertain matters. It prevents disputes.
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What is Fiqh al-Maqasid al-Khassah?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of specific objectives for each field
Each area of fiqh has specific aims, e.g., zakat achieves wealth purification, jihad protects community. It complements general maqasid. It ensures rulings meet their intended goals. It deepens applied understanding.
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What is Fiqh al-Maqasid al-ʿAmmah?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of general objectives of Shariʿah
It focuses on universal aims like justice, mercy, and welfare. It provides overarching guidance beyond specific rulings. It unifies different branches of law. It reflects divine wisdom behind legislation.
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What is Fiqh al-Tawazun?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of balance between rights and duties
Tawazun emphasizes balance in Shariʿah, such as between worship and worldly needs. It prevents excessiveness and negligence. It reflects Qur’anic calls to moderation (wasatiyyah). It ensures holistic justice.
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What is Fiqh al-Tarjih?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of preferring stronger evidence
Tarjih means weighing conflicting evidences to select the strongest. Scholars use isnad, context, and maqasid in this process. It preserves consistency. It shows sophistication of fiqh reasoning.
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What is Fiqh al-Muwasah?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of concession and expansion in difficulty
Muwasah provides wider options in times of hardship. Example: combining prayers during travel. It expands choices without removing obligations. It manifests mercy of Shariʿah.
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What is Fiqh al-Taysir?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of ease and facilitation
Taysir emphasizes removing hardship in rulings. It derives from Qur’an’s principle “Allah intends ease for you, not hardship.” It applies especially in modern fatwas. It ensures accessibility of Shariʿah.
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What is Fiqh al-Muwafaqat?
Answer:
Jurisprudence aligned with maqasid al-shariʿah
This concept comes from Imam al-Shatibi’s al-Muwafaqat. It aligns rulings with higher purposes of law. It integrates texts with objectives. It deepens legal wisdom.
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What is Fiqh al-Tahawwulat?
Answer:
Jurisprudence of societal changes and transformations
Tahawwulat analyzes legal adaptation in times of major change. It addresses shifts in politics, economy, and culture. It protects Shariʿah’s permanence while responding to change. It is vital in modern contexts.