All Free Islamic Studies MCQs with Answers

361. Hurrirah means a ?

• A. Goat
• B. Ant
• C. Camel
• D. Cat

Explanation: Hurairah means a small cat or kitten in Arabic. Abu Hurairah was given this kunyah because of his fondness for cats.

362. On the Judgment day first question will be about?

• A. Fast
• B. Zakat
• C. Namaz
• D. Hajj

Explanation: A hadith states that the first matter for which a person will be judged is prayer, because it is the central daily act of worship. Fasting, zakat, and Hajj are also assessed but are not mentioned as the first matter in this report.

363. The part of prayer the Holy Prophet ﷺ did is called_____________?

• A. Farz
• B. Wajib
• C. Nafl
• D. Sunnat

Explanation: A prayer action established through the practice of the Prophet ﷺ is generally called Sunnat. Farz and wajib indicate legal levels of obligation, while nafl refers to voluntary worship.

364. Who said that Zakat is treasure of Islam?

• A. Rasool Ullah (P.B.U.H)
• B. Hazrat Umar Farooq (R.A)
• C. Imam Abu Hanifa (R.A)
• D. None of them

Explanation: This saying is commonly attributed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Islamic Studies references, presenting zakat as a foundational support or treasure of Islam. The other listed attributions are not the standard attribution for this statement.

365. How many times Hazrat Jibrael appear in his real form (angelic form in which Allah created him)?

• A. five
• B. two
• C. eight
• D. seven

Explanation: Authentic reports state that the Prophet ﷺ saw Jibril in his original angelic form twice. On other occasions Jibril appeared in human form, which is why the numbers must not be confused.

366. Hadith Taqreeri mentions:

• A. The speeches of the Messenger of Allah
• B. The conversation of the Companions
• C. The silence of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ on the work of a companion
• D. None of these

Explanation: A Hadith Taqreeri records the Prophet's ﷺ tacit approval, shown by his silence or lack of objection to an action performed by a Companion. It is different from a spoken sermon or an ordinary conversation between Companions.

367. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ stood in respect for the funeral of a: ___________?

• A. Polytheist
• B. Jew
• C. Christian
• D. None of these

Explanation: A Jewish funeral procession passed before the Prophet ﷺ, and he stood in respect; when told it was a Jew, he replied, “Was it not a soul?” The incident teaches respect for human dignity without approving another religion’s beliefs.

368. What is the name of the Angel who brings rain?

• A. Jibra'il (A.S)
• B. Israfil (A.S)
• C. Mika'il (A.S)
• D. Azrael (A.S)

Explanation: Mika'il (A.S.) is traditionally associated with rain and the distribution of sustenance. Jibra'il conveys revelation, Israfil will blow the trumpet, and the angel of death takes souls.

369. The Prophet justifiably described ____________ as "the most learned man of my nation in halal and haram."

• A. Mu`aadh Bin Jabal
• B. Hazrat Usman
• C. Saeed Bin Abi Waqas
• D. Abu Obaida Bin Jarrah

Explanation: Muadh ibn Jabal (RA) was renowned for his expertise in distinguishing halal from haram and was sent to teach and judge in Yemen. The other companions listed were highly distinguished but are not associated with this specific description.

370. Prophet hazrat __________ (AS) known as Shaikh al Anbiya ?

• A. Noah (عليهم السلام)
• B. Essa (عليهم السلام)
• C. Musa (عليهم السلام)
• D. Haroon (عليهم السلام)

Explanation: Prophet Nuh (AS) is called Shaykh al-Anbiya because of his exceptionally long life and prolonged preaching among his people. The title is therefore associated with Noah, not Musa, Isa, or Harun (AS).