Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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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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Why did Haji Shariatullah declare India as 'Darul Harb'?
Answer:
Because Eid and Friday prayers could not be freely offered under British rule
Haji Shariatullah declared the country 'Darul Harb' (Abode of War) because he believed that under the anti-Muslim policies of the British and the oppression of Zamindars, Muslims were unable to practice their religion freely. Consequently, he suspended the congregational Eid and Friday prayers.
32
Which term did Haji Shariatullah introduce to replace the traditional 'Pir' and 'Mureed' relationship?
Answer:
Ustad and Shragirdh
In an effort to distance the movement from the mystical connotations of the Pir-Mureed system which he felt was prone to exploitation, Haji Shariatullah established the relationship of 'Ustad' (teacher) and 'Shragirdh' (student/disciple). This emphasized the educational and reformist nature of his movement.
33
What title did the followers of Haji Shariatullah prefer to use for themselves?
Answer:
Tawbar Muslims
Followers of the Faraizi Movement were generally known as Faraizis, but they preferred the term 'Tawbar Muslims' (repentant Muslims). This reflected their commitment to repenting for past sins and un-Islamic practices and returning to the strict path of Islamic obedience.
34
In which year did Haji Shariatullah leave for Makkah, and who was his famous teacher there?
Answer:
1799; Sheikh Tahir
Haji Shariatullah left his hometown of Faridpur for Makkah in 1799. During his long stay in Arabia, which lasted about 20 years, he received extensive religious training from Sheikh Tahir, a renowned scholar of the time, before returning to Bengal in 1818 to begin his reformist work.
35
In what year and district was Haji Shariatullah born?
Answer:
1781; Faridpur
Haji Shariatullah was born in 1781 in the district of Faridpur, specifically in the village of Shamail. His upbringing in this region deeply influenced his later efforts to reform the social and religious life of the Bengali Muslim peasantry.
36
Who was the founder of the Faraizi Movement in East Bengal?
Answer:
Haji Shariatullah
Haji Shariatullah founded the Faraizi Movement in the early 19th century. Born in 1781 in the Faridpur district, his primary goal was to encourage Muslims to fulfill their 'Faraiz' (obligatory duties of Islam) and to purge the community of un-Islamic customs and social evils that had crept into their practice.
37
Which movement was prominent in East Bengal during the first half of the 19th century?
Answer:
Faraizi Movement
The Faraizi Movement was a significant religious and social reform movement that emerged in East Bengal during the first half of the 19th century. It focused on returning Muslims to the fundamental obligatory duties (Faraiz) of Islam and improving their socio-economic status.
38
In which centuries did Muslim Sufis and Mystics primarily spread the light of Islam in Bengal?
Answer:
13th and 14th centuries
The spread of Islam in the Bengal region was significantly influenced by the arrival and missionary activities of Muslim Sufis and Mystics during the 13th and 14th centuries. These spiritual leaders played a crucial role in the cultural and religious transformation of the region before the formal revivalist movements of the 19th century.
39
Which meeting led to the founding of Anjuman-e-Himayat-e-Islam?
Answer:
Meeting at Mochi Gate Mosque, Lahore
On 24th Sep 1884 Chiragh Din called a meeting of 250 Muslims in Mochi Gate Mosque Lahore.
40
The Deoband Ulema issued a fatwa against Sir Syed's organizations in which year?
Answer:
1888
In 1888 the Deoband ulema issued fatwa against Syed Ahmed Khan’s organisations.