Q. 1
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Name the mosque where almost seventy prophets are buried?
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
In broader Islamic history and Hadith literature, this landmark is officially called Masjid al-Khayf (مسجد الخيف). It is also famously known as the "Mosque of the Prophets". According to an authentic narration by Hazrat Ibn Abbas (RA) found in Al-Mu'jam al-Awsat by Imam Tabarani, the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) stated:
"Seventy Prophets prayed in Masjid al-Khayf, and in it are the graves of seventy prophets."
During Hajj, pilgrims stay in Mina and visit this highly revered site where great prophets, including Hazrat Musa (AS) (Moses), camped and offered prayers.
"Seventy Prophets prayed in Masjid al-Khayf, and in it are the graves of seventy prophets."
During Hajj, pilgrims stay in Mina and visit this highly revered site where great prophets, including Hazrat Musa (AS) (Moses), camped and offered prayers.
Q. 2
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Hazrat Sulaiman (AS) founded the following mosque.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Prophet Solomon was commissioned to complete the construction of the Temple/Al-Aqsa.
Q. 3
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Al-Azhar Mosque was completed in:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
This historic mosque in Cairo was completed during the Fatimid Caliphate.
Q. 4
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The Badshahi Mosque of Lahore was built by:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir commissioned the mosque in 1673.
Q. 5
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The Mosque of the Prophet (SAW) was damaged due to fire in the reign of:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The first major fire in Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet's Mosque) occurred on 1 Ramazan 654 AH (1256 CE) during the final years of the Abbasid Caliphate, under the reign of Caliph Al-Musta'sim Billah (often transliterated or formatted in competitive exam question banks as Motasim Billah or Al-Mu'tasim).
The fire started accidentally due to a lamp or candle left unattended by a mosque attendant in a storeroom. It quickly spread to the columns, roof, and curtains, destroying a significant portion of the mosque, including the original pulpit (Minbar) of the Prophet (SAW) and the ceiling over the sacred chamber. The Caliph immediately sent resources, materials, and builders from Baghdad to initiate its reconstruction.
The fire started accidentally due to a lamp or candle left unattended by a mosque attendant in a storeroom. It quickly spread to the columns, roof, and curtains, destroying a significant portion of the mosque, including the original pulpit (Minbar) of the Prophet (SAW) and the ceiling over the sacred chamber. The Caliph immediately sent resources, materials, and builders from Baghdad to initiate its reconstruction.
Q. 6
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The Jamia Mosque of Damascus was built by:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Umayyad Mosque (Jamia Mosque) was constructed by Caliph Al-Walid I.
Q. 7
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Faisal Mosque of Islamabad was opened for the public in:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The iconic mosque, a gift from King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, was completed and opened in 1987.
Q. 8
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The Jamia Mosque of Damascus was built by:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Great Umayyad Mosque was commissioned by Caliph Al-Walid I.
Q. 9
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Name the mosque which was famous for the change of Qiblah?
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Qiblatain" means the Mosque of the Two Qiblas, where the change occurred.
Q. 10
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Name the sacred area around Makkah?
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Haram is the designated sacred territory surrounding the city and the Ka'ba.
Q. 11
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The portion of the wall of Ka'ba which is between its door and Hajr-e-Aswad is called:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
This is a highly significant place of prayer and supplication.
Q. 12
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Mina lies between:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Mina is a valley town located roughly 7 to 8 kilometers east of the Holy City of Makkah. During the Hajj pilgrimage, it serves as a crucial midway station for pilgrims traveling between the grand mosque in Makkah and the Plain of Arafat.
Q. 13
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
What is Arafat?
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Geographically, Arafat is a vast, flat plain located about 20 kilometers southeast of Mecca. It is the essential site where millions of Hajj pilgrims gather on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah for Wuquf (the ritual of standing).
However, within this plain sits a specific, prominent granite hill known as Mount Arafat (or Jabal ar-Rahmah, the Mountain of Mercy), which is why many Islamic quiz databases interchangeably accept Plain or Mountain.
However, within this plain sits a specific, prominent granite hill known as Mount Arafat (or Jabal ar-Rahmah, the Mountain of Mercy), which is why many Islamic quiz databases interchangeably accept Plain or Mountain.
Q. 14
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
What is Muzdalfa?
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Muzdalfa is an open plain between Arafat and Mina.
Q. 15
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Muzdalfa is located between:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Pilgrims spend the night here while traveling from Arafat back to Mina.
Q. 16
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Ka'bah is situated in the valley of:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Holy Ka'ba is located in the center of the city of Mecca.
Q. 17
Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
Hajre-Aswad means:
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
This is the sacred Black Stone set in the eastern corner of the Ka'ba.
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