PPSC Islamiyat Past Paper 2018 Solved MCQs with Answers
Solved Islamiyat MCQs from the PPSC 2018 past paper, each with the correct answer and a clear explanation. Ideal practice for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, CSS and PMS. All questions are extracted from the actual 2018 paper and verified before publication.
Which Surah contains Bismillah (Basmalah) twice?
Bismillah appears twice in Surah An-Naml, once at its opening and again within the letter of Hazrat Sulaiman (A.S).
The verse: 'O mankind, We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another.' is found in which Surah?
The verse declaring that mankind was made into peoples and tribes so they might know one another is in Surah Al-Hujurat.
The name 'Muhammad' (P.B.U.H) is mentioned in the Holy Quran for how many times?
The name Muhammad (PBUH) appears four times in the Quran.
What was the other name of Bait ul Maqdas
Bait-ul-Maqdas is also known as Masjid al-Aqsa, the first Qibla of the Muslims.
Which is the second pillar of Islam
Salat is the second pillar of Islam.
Which Umayyad Caliph ordered compilation of Ahadith
Hazrat Umar bin Abdul Aziz (R.A) ordered the official compilation of Ahadith.
“Let there be no compulsion in religion” is in which Surah
The verse that there is no compulsion in religion is in Surah Al-Baqarah.
What was the duration of Hazrat Abubakr (R.A) caliphate
The caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) lasted two years, three months and ten days.
First Ghazwa of Islam is
Ghazwa Abwa, also called Waddan, was the first Ghazwa, though no fighting took place.
In which year did the tragedy of Karbala take place
The tragedy of Karbala took place in 61 AH.
How many Ahadith were quoted by Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A)
Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A) narrated 5,374 Ahadith, more than any other Companion.
“There is no superiority for an Arab over a non-Arab, nor for a non-Arab over an Arab.” Is a/an
The declaration that no Arab has superiority over a non-Arab is from the Farewell Sermon of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), and is therefore a Hadith.
The first Ummayad Caliph was
Hazrat Amir Muawiya (R.A) was the first Umayyad caliph.
To which Prophet did Jews call the son of Allah
Surah At-Tawbah records that the Jews called Hazrat Uzair (A.S) the son of Allah, a claim the Quran rejects.
Ghazwah e Khaibar was fought in
Ghazwa Khyber was fought in 7 AH.
What is meant by Allah’s attribute “Al-Bari”
Al-Bari, one of the names of Allah, means the Maker who brings forth creation without flaw.
She was alive at the tragic incident of Karbala
Hazrat Umm Salamah (R.A) was still living at the time of Karbala.
Which Caliph added 2nd Azan for Friday Prayers
Hazrat Usman (R.A) introduced the additional Azan for the Friday prayer, as Madinah grew and people needed earlier notice.
The literal meanings of the word “Zakat” are
Zakat literally means to grow or to prosper, as well as to purify.
Who among prophets is called Adam-e-Sani
Hazrat Nooh (A.S) is called Adam-e-Sani, the second Adam.
The title of Saif Ullah was given to
Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (R.A) was given the title Saifullah, the Sword of Allah.
Sullah Hudebia was signed on
The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was signed in 6 AH.
1 st Ashra of Ramzan is called
The first ten days of Ramadan are called Ashra-e-Rehmat, the days of mercy.
Sulah Hudabiyah was referred to as in Quran
The Quran calls the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah Fath-e-Mubeen, a clear victory.
Pickout the serial number of Surah Maryam in the 114 Surahs of Holy Quran
Surah Maryam is the 19th Surah of the Quran.
“And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.” Is in which Surah
The command to hold firmly to the rope of Allah and not become divided is in Surah Aal-e-Imran.
Among the pillars of Islam which is Kaffarah
Fasting serves as Kaffarah, an expiation, for a number of shortcomings in Islamic law.
Hazrat Ali (RA) participated in all Ghazwat excepts
Hazrat Ali (R.A) took part in every Ghazwa except Tabuk, when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) left him in charge of Madinah.
The old name of Mecca was
Bakkah is the older name of Makkah.
Who introduced the jail system
Hazrat Umar (R.A) introduced the jail system, along with the police and the public treasury.
Which was 2nd major Ghazwa of Islam
Uhud, fought in 3 AH, was the second major Ghazwa after Badr.
Fifth pillar of Islam is
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam.
Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jillani belonged to
Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (R.A), founder of the Qadiriyya order, lived and is buried at Baghdad.
Which pillar of Islam is called as Shield
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) described fasting as a shield for the believer.
What is old name of Madina
Madinah was formerly called Yathrib.
Salat-e-Istasqa is offered on the occasion of?
Salat-e-Istisqa is offered when rain is withheld and drought threatens.
Muslim female is coffined in
A Muslim woman is shrouded in five sheets, and a man in three.
Holy Prophet (PBUH) name “Muhammad” was suggested by
The name Muhammad (PBUH) was chosen by his grandfather Hazrat Abdul Muttalib.
Who is called Saqi Zamzam
Hazrat Abbas (R.A), the uncle of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), held the office of Saqi Zamzam, providing water to the pilgrims.
Name of the Sahaba who led the Battle of Qadisiyah
Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqas (R.A) commanded the Muslim army at the Battle of Qadisiyyah against the Persians.
Cave Hira, where Muhammad (PBUH) received revelations, is on which mountain
The Cave of Hira, where the first revelation descended, is on Jabal-e-Noor, the Mountain of Light.
Hazrat Muaz bin Jabal R.A was made the governor of
Hazrat Muaz bin Jabal (R.A) was appointed governor and teacher of Yemen by the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
The nation of ___ was destroyed by a rain of stones
The nation of Hazrat Lut (A.S) was destroyed by a rain of stones.
Name the first written constitution of the world
Misaq-e-Madina is regarded as the first written constitution in history.
Which Angel is appointed providing for Food
Hazrat Mikael (A.S) is the angel appointed over rain and sustenance.
Hajj is not completed unless you go to
Hajj is not valid without the standing at Arafat on 9 Zilhajj.
What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A)?
The real name of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) was Abdullah ibn Uthman.
What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA)?
The real name of Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A) was Abdul Rahman ibn Sakhr.
Hajj was made obligatory in
Hajj was made obligatory in 9 AH.
The Holy Book “Tauraat” was revealed to
The Taurat was revealed to Hazrat Musa (A.S).
The First Revelation the Holy Verse of Quran was cited
The first revelation was the opening verses of Surah Al-Alaq, beginning Iqra.
Hazrat Khadija died at age of?
Hazrat Khadijah (R.A) passed away at the age of about 65, in 10 Nabvi, the Year of Sorrow.
In which Battle, the teeth of Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم were martyred
The blessed teeth of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) were injured at the Battle of Uhud.
Bait-ul-Hikmah was founded by
Bait-ul-Hikmah, the House of Wisdom at Baghdad, was founded by the Abbasids and became the great centre of translation and learning.
Hujjatullah-Al-Baligha is written by
'Hujjatullah al-Baligha' was written by Shah Waliullah Dehlawi.
While migrating from Makkah to Madina the Holy Prophet (PBUH) took refuge in
During the migration the Holy Prophet (PBUH) took refuge in the Cave of Thawr.
In Surah Ahzab which Sahabi name came?
Hazrat Zaid bin Harithah (R.A) is the Companion named in Surah Al-Ahzab.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) made Hijrat from Makkah to Madinah in the year
The Hijrat from Makkah to Madinah took place in 622 CE.
About which act, the Muslims shall be asked first of all, on the Day of Judgment
According to hadith, Salat is the first act about which a servant will be questioned on the Day of Judgment.
Qazaf is punishment for
Qazaf is the punishment for falsely accusing a chaste person of adultery, fixed at 80 lashes.
Shab-e-Miraj is observed on which day of the Rajab
Shab-e-Miraj is observed on the 27th night of Rajab.
Zam Zam is the spring of water that emerged from beneath the feet of Hazrat Ismaeel (A.S). In the valley of Makkah, what is the meaning of Zam Zam?
Zamzam takes its name from the words of Hazrat Hajra (R.A) to the gushing water, meaning stop or gather.
Kalimah-e-Tayyaba is the first Kalimah. Name the second Kalimah
The second Kalima is Kalima-e-Shahadat, the testimony of faith.
Which is the third month in the Islamic calendar?
Rabi-ul-Awwal is the third month of the Islamic calendar.
Which Surah in the Holy Quran mainly explains the oneness of Allah the Almighty?
Surah Al-Ikhlas sets out the Oneness of Allah with complete precision.
“I would definitely wage war against them who disassociate prayer from Zakat”. Who among the Khulfa-e-Rashideen did issue this statement?
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) declared he would fight those who separated Salat from Zakat, and acted against the tribes that withheld it.
What is the meaning of Al Hadi mentioned in the Holy Quran
Al-Hadi, one of the names of Allah, means the Guide.
‘Muzdalifah’ is the area between
Muzdalifah lies between Arafat and Mina.
In which Parah do we find Surah “Al-Noor”
Surah An-Noor is found in the 18th Para of the Quran.
Name the slave who murdered Hazrat Umer (RA)
Hazrat Umar (R.A) was fatally stabbed by Feroz, known as Abu Lulu, a Persian slave, while leading the Fajr prayer.
Which Surah is named after “Elephant”
Surah Al-Feel is named after the elephant, and recounts the destruction of Abraha's army.
Which Ghazwa is called “Al-Furqan”
The Battle of Badr is called Al-Furqan, the Distinction, and the day is named Youm-ul-Furqan in the Quran.
“And you see that people are entering Allah’s religion in crowds” the following verse in the part of which surah?
The verse describing people entering the religion of Allah in crowds is in Surah An-Nasr.
Hajjatul Wida was done by Holy Prophet (PBUH) in
Hajjatul Wida was performed in 632 CE, that is 10 AH.
Holy Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) named as “Ahmed”, in which Surah of Holy Quran?
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) is named Ahmad in Surah As-Saff, where Hazrat Isa (A.S) foretells his coming.
What was the name of Hazrat Ibrahim’s younger son?
Hazrat Ishaq (A.S) was the younger son of Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S), Hazrat Ismail (A.S) being the elder.
Who was the first Muslim to be born in Medina after Hijrah
Hazrat Abdullah ibn Zubair (R.A) was the first Muslim child born in Madinah after the migration.
Who requested Allah to allow him to exist freely until the Day of Judgment
Iblees requested respite until the Day of Judgment, and it was granted.
Hazrat Usman (RA) was martyred by
Hazrat Usman (R.A) was martyred by rebels who besieged his house, while he was reciting the Quran.
Ayat-ul-Kursi is in which Surah
Ayat-ul-Kursi is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah.
Who was the commander of the infidels in the Battle of Uhud?
Abu Sufyan commanded the Quraysh at the Battle of Uhud.
From which word ‘Aqeedah’ is derived?
Aqeedah derives from the root 'aqd, meaning to tie or bind.
What is the literal meaning of Zakaat
Zakat literally means to purify.
The first Islamic Flag was given to Hazrat Hamza (R.A.). What was its colour?
The first flag of Islam, entrusted to Hazrat Hamza (R.A), was white.
“I am nabi not a liar, I am son of Abdul Muttlib” when Holy Prophet (PBUH) delivered these words?
At Hunayn the Holy Prophet (PBUH) declared that he was the Prophet and no liar, the son of Abdul Muttalib, and the Companions rallied to him.
Mother of Hazrat Yousaf (A.S) was
Rachel was the mother of Hazrat Yousaf (A.S) and the wife of Hazrat Yaqoob (A.S).
The oldest revealed divine book is
Among the four major revealed Books the Taurat was the earliest.
About the PPSC Islamiyat Past Paper 2018
Every MCQ above is taken from the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) Islamiyat papers held in 2018, with the correct answer and a written explanation for each. Past-paper practice is the most dependable way to prepare for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, CSS and PMS, because these papers repeat their themes, and often the questions themselves, from one year to the next.
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