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Q. 1 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
What is meant by Allah's attribute Al-Bari?
A
The generous
B
The Maker
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C
The Glorious
D
The Aware
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Al-Bari refers to Allah as the Evolver or the Maker from nothing.
Q. 2 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
Which of the following has been called as 'Jehad-e-Akbar' by Holy Prophet (SAW)?
A
Against the devil
B
Against the visible enemy
C
Against his self
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D
Uttering the word of truth
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The term Jehad-e-Akbar (The Greater Jihad) refers specifically to Jihad an-Nafs—the lifelong internal, spiritual struggle against one's own ego, low desires, and evil inclinations.

Upon returning from a military expedition, the Holy Prophet (SAW) famously highlighted the significance of this internal battle by stating to his companions: "We have returned from the lesser jihad (Jihad-e-Asghar) to the greater jihad (Jihad-e-Akbar)." He then clarified that the greater struggle is a person's fight against their own soul and desires.
Q. 3 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Easy (1 Mark)
What is the literal meaning of Islam?
A
To bow down the neck
B
To have safety
C
To obey
D
All of them
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💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Islam implies submission, peace, safety, and obedience to the will of Allah.
Q. 4 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Easy (1 Mark)
What is the meaning of Aqeeda?
A
Belief
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B
Pillar
C
Nikah
D
Relief
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Aqeeda refers to the creed or fundamental theological beliefs of a Muslim.
Q. 5 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Easy (1 Mark)
What is the meaning of Iman-e-Mujammal?
A
The belief in detail
B
The belief in known things
C
The belief in brief
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D
The belief in unknown things
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
It is the concise statement of faith in Allah and His attributes.
Q. 6 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Easy (1 Mark)
What is the meaning of Iman-e-Mufassal?
A
The belief in brief
B
The belief in detail
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C
The belief in all things
D
The belief in uncertain things
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
It is the detailed declaration of faith including the six articles of belief.
Q. 7 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
How many essential beliefs are there in Iman-e-Mafassal?
A
5
B
7
✓ Correct
C
11
D
9
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
These include belief in Allah, Angels, Books, Prophets, Day of Judgment, Fate, and Resurrection.
Q. 8 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
Give the fundamental beliefs of Islam in the proper order?
A
Tauheed, Risalat, Malaika, Alhami Kutub and Akhirat
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B
Tauheed, Malaika, Risalat, Alhami Kutub and Akhirat
C
Tauhed, Risalat, Alhami Kutub, Akhirat and Malaika
D
Malaika, Risalat, Akhirat, Alhami Kutub and Tauheed
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
this specific sequence is the standard graded answer for the fundamental beliefs (Aqaid) of Islam. It follows a theological logic of revelation and accountability:
Tauheed: Oneness of Allah (the foundational starting point).
Risalat: Prophethood (the channel through which Allah guides humanity).
Malaika: Angels (the intermediaries who brought the messages).
Alhami Kutub: Divine Revealed Books (the messages themselves).
Akhirat: Day of Judgment/Hereafter (the ultimate accountability for following the guidance).
Q. 9 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
Which is the greatest of all sins according to the Holy Prophet (SAW)?
A
Lie
B
Shirk
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C
Backbiting
D
Flattering
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Prophet (SAW) ranked polytheism as the gravest transgression.
Q. 10 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
Which is the most important belief in Islam after Tauheed?
A
Belief in the Holy Prophet (SAW)
B
Belief in Aakhirat
C
Belief in Prophethood
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D
Belief in Angels
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Following Oneness, the belief in Divine Guidance (Risalat) is the second pillar of faith.
Q. 11 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
In which category Iblees falls?
A
Angel
B
Jinn
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C
Human being
D
Animal
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The Qur'an explicitly states that Iblis (Satan) was from the Jinn.
Q. 12 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Easy (1 Mark)
The meaning of Jehad fi Sabil Allah is:
A
Fighting for the country
B
Fighting in the way of Allah
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C
Fighting for honour
D
Fighting with enemy
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Jihad literally means "striving" or "struggling" for the sake of God.
Q. 13 Islamic Studies
Difficulty: Medium (1 Mark)
One who tries to struggle against his self i.e. evil self is called
A
Mujahid
✓ Correct
B
Shaheed
C
Ghazi
D
Mujtahid
💡 Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
A Mujahid is literally "one who struggles or strives." In Islamic tradition, fighting against one's own base desires and evil inclinations is called Jihad al-Nafs (Struggle of the Self), which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) referred to as the greater struggle.
Here is what the other options mean for clarity:
Shaheed: A martyr who dies in the cause of faith.
Ghazi: A warrior who returns victorious from a battle.
Mujtahid: An Islamic scholar qualified to form an independent legal opinion (Ijtihad).
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