PPSC Islamiyat Past Paper 2019 Solved MCQs with Answers
Solved Islamiyat MCQs from the PPSC 2019 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 2019 paper and verified before publication.
When did Hazrat Ali (RA) become Caliph?
Hazrat Ali (R.A) became caliph in 35 AH, after the martyrdom of Hazrat Usman (R.A).
The city of Basra was founded in the reign of:
Basra was founded during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (R.A), as a garrison city for the campaigns in Iraq and Persia.
Masjid-e-Khaif is located in which place?
Masjid-e-Khaif stands at Mina, where the Holy Prophet (PBUH) prayed during Hajj.
The Earth and The Heaven were created by Allah in:
The Quran states that Allah created the heavens and the earth in six days.
How many times is the name "Ahmed" mentioned in the Holy Quran?
The name Ahmad (PBUH) appears once in the Quran, in Surah As-Saff.
For how many years did the Caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) last?
The caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) lasted about two years and three months, from 11 AH to 13 AH.
How many surahs start with Bismillah in the Holy Quran?
113 Surahs begin with Bismillah. Surah At-Tawbah does not, and the additional Bismillah in Surah An-Naml falls within the text.
Hazrat Umar (R.A) levied Zakat on:
Hazrat Umar (R.A) extended Zakat to horses kept for trade, an application of the principle to new forms of wealth.
Which one of the wives of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) gained the title of “Umm-ul Masakeen” (Mother of the poor)?
Hazrat Zainab bint Khuzaimah (R.A) is called Umm-ul-Masakeen, the Mother of the Poor, for her generosity.
What was the real name of Hazrat Abu Huraira RA?
The real name of Hazrat Abu Hurairah (R.A) was Abdul Rahman ibn Sakhr. His kunya came from a kitten he used to carry.
What is Sahihain?
The Sahihain are Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim.
In which Hijri did Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) perform Hajj?
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) performed his Hajj in 10 AH, the Farewell Pilgrimage.
Which pillar of Islam is declared as an Armour?
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) described fasting as a shield, a protection for the believer against sin and against the Fire.
Which book was revealed to Hazrat Isa (AS)?
The Injeel was revealed to Hazrat Isa (A.S).
The last advice of Holy Prophet (PBUH) was about?
Among the last words of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was the instruction to guard the prayer and to treat well those under one's authority.
Which river is most often mentioned in the Bible?
The Jordan is the river mentioned most often in the Bible.
How many non-Muslim (Kuffar) were killed in Ghazwa-e-Badr?
Seventy of the Quraysh were killed at Badr and seventy taken prisoner.
Meaning of Al-Wahid
Al-Wahid, one of the names of Allah, means the One and Unique, without partner or equal.
What is Istelam?
Istilam is the kissing or touching of the Hajar-e-Aswad during Tawaf.
First Azan was called out in?
The first Azan was called in 1 AH at Madinah, the words having been shown in a dream to Hazrat Abdullah bin Zaid (R.A).
Surah Al-Kausar is the shortest surah of the Holy Quran. The number of its verses (Ayaa’t) is
Surah Al-Kausar, the shortest Surah, has three verses.
Which sahabi went to Medina before Hijrat?
Hazrat Mus'ab bin Umair (R.A) was sent to Madinah before the migration to teach Islam to the Ansar.
Name the Surah that mentions the Rights of Parents?
Surah Luqman contains the counsel of Luqman to his son and the command to be grateful to Allah and to one's parents.
Who had been used the title Ameer-ul-Momeneen firstly?
Hazrat Umar (R.A) was the first to be addressed as Ameer-ul-Momineen.
Muzdalfa is located between
Muzdalifah lies between Mina and Arafat, and pilgrims halt there on the night of 9 Zilhajj.
Hand of Theft implemented on woman named __?
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) refused to waive the punishment for theft in the case of a woman of Banu Makhzum named Fatima, declaring that earlier nations were destroyed because they applied the law only to the weak.
What is the title of Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)?
Khalil-Ullah, the friend of Allah, is the title of Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S).
From which word 'Aqeeda' is derived?
Aqeeda derives from the Arabic root 'aqd, meaning to tie or bind, since belief binds the heart firmly to a conviction.
How much usher is paid when crop is destroyed in a disaster?
No Ushr is payable when the crop is destroyed by a natural disaster, since Ushr is a levy on produce actually harvested.
Who started compulsory collection of Zakat (in modern Pakistan context)?
Compulsory state collection of Zakat began in Pakistan under General Zia-ul-Haq, through the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance of 1980.
The chairman and members of a District Zakat Committee are elected for the period of?
Under the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance the chairman and members of a District Zakat Committee hold office for three years.
In Islamic history who decided to take action against those who refused to pay zakat?
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) took action against those who refused to pay Zakat after the passing of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), holding that no distinction could be made between Salat and Zakat.
As per Pakistan's Zakat & Ushr Ordinance, the Zakat year starts and ends in which months?
Under the Ordinance the Zakat year runs from Ramadan to Shaban.
Total categories (masarif) for the distribution of Zakat are
There are eight categories, the Masarif, entitled to receive Zakat.
The categories for Zakat distribution (Masarif-Zakat) are mentioned in which Surah?
The eight categories of Zakat recipients are set out in Surah At-Tawbah.
What is the literal meaning of Zakat?
Zakat literally means to purify, and also to grow.
A person who possesses wealth equal to or exceeding the Nisab threshold and is therefore obligated to pay Zakat is called a
A person whose wealth reaches or exceeds the Nisab, and on whom Zakat is therefore due, is called Sahib-e-Nisab.
What does the term 'Fi Sabeelillah' primarily mean in the context of Zakat distribution?
Fi Sabeelillah means in the way of Allah, and covers striving and service undertaken for His cause.
As per Pakistan's Zakat & Ushr Ordinance, the Chairman of a District Zakat Committee must not be less than?
Under the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance the chairman of a District Zakat Committee must be at least 40 years of age.
The injunctions and principles of Zakat are primarily derived from?
The rules of Zakat are derived primarily from the Quran and the Sunnah.
Usher on irrigated land is
Ushr on artificially irrigated land is 5 per cent, and on naturally watered land 10 per cent, since the latter costs the farmer less to produce.
Zakat and Ushr ordinance was introduced in?
The Zakat and Ushr Ordinance was promulgated in Pakistan in 1980.
Who is called Jami-ul-Quran?
Hazrat Usman (R.A) is called Jami-ul-Quran, the compiler of the Quran, for standardising the text into a single recension.
Zakat was made obligatory on
Zakat was made obligatory in 2 AH.
What is the literal meaning of “Jihad”?
Jihad literally means to struggle or exert effort.
Hazrat Musa (A.S) crossed the
Hazrat Musa (A.S) crossed the Red Sea with the Bani Israel.
In which year did the tragedy of Karbala take place?
The tragedy of Karbala took place in 61 AH.
The name of cover of Kaaba is_____?
The cloth covering the Kaaba is the Kiswa.
The portion of the wall of Kaba, which is between its door and Hajr-e-Aswad is called
Al-Multazim is the portion of the Kaaba's wall between the door and the Hajar-e-Aswad, where supplication is especially recommended.
Which is the capital of Ummayad dynasty?
Damascus was the capital of the Umayyad dynasty.
Salat-e-Khusoof is performed at the occasion of
Salat-e-Khusoof is offered at a lunar eclipse.
Prophet (PBUH) made his first journey to Syria at the age of?
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) made his first journey to Syria at about the age of twelve, with his uncle Abu Talib. On this journey the monk Bahira recognised the signs of prophethood.
Abu Jahal (Amr ibn-e Hisham) killed in which ghazwa?
Abu Jahl, whose real name was Amr ibn Hisham, was killed at the Battle of Badr.
How many Ansaar from Madinah embraced Islam in 11th Nabvi year?
Six men of the Ansar from Yathrib accepted Islam in the eleventh year of prophethood, which led to the pledges of Aqaba.
Namaz-e-Istasqa is offered for
Namaz-e-Istisqa is offered to seek rain in time of drought.
The renowned scholar known as Al-Tibri was
Ibn Jarir al-Tabari was the great historian and commentator, author of Tafsir al-Tabari and a monumental history.
Tirjman-ul-Quran is title of?
Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas (R.A) is titled Tarjuman-ul-Quran, the interpreter of the Quran, for his mastery of its meanings.
The word "Khatimun-Nabbiyeen" is mentioned in which Surah of Quran?
The word Khatam-un-Nabiyyin appears in Surah Al-Ahzab.
Name the first written constitution of the world?
Meesaq-e-Madina is regarded as the first written constitution in history.
Which Prophet was titled as Zabeeh ullah?
Zabeeh-Ullah, the sacrifice of Allah, is the title of Hazrat Ismail (A.S).
Zun Nun is the title of?
Zun-Nun is the title of Hazrat Younus (A.S).
Which was first martyr of Islam?
Hazrat Sumayyah (R.A) was the first martyr of Islam.
In the 10th Nabavi year, a very dear and near uncle of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) passed away. What was his name?
Hazrat Abu Talib, the uncle and protector of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), passed away in 10 Nabvi, the Year of Sorrow.
Ghazwa Badr, between Muslims and Quraish of Macca, fought in which Hijri?
Ghazwa Badr was fought in 2 AH between the Muslims and the Quraysh of Makkah.
Which Surah of Holy Quran throws light on the Halal and Haraam of sacrificial animals?
Surah Al-Maidah sets out the rulings on lawful and unlawful animals and the conditions of slaughter.
Which surah is called "Umm-ul-Kitab"?
Surah Al-Fatiha is called Umm-ul-Kitab, the Mother of the Book.
"I am prophet of Allah not a liar" was said by The Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in which Ghazwa of Islam?
At Hunayn, when the Muslims were momentarily scattered, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) called out that he was the Prophet and no liar, and the Companions rallied to him.
Name the Ghazwa which was fought in 7 A.H?
Ghazwa Khyber was fought in 7 AH against the Jewish strongholds of the Khyber oasis.
Which Angel is appointed for providing sustenance (food)?
Hazrat Mikael (A.S) is the angel appointed over rain and sustenance.
What is the meaning of word “Quran”?
Quran means that which is recited, from the root qara'a, to read or recite.
After Christianity and Islam, the third biggest religion is?
After Christianity and Islam, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world by number of adherents.
The first child who accepted Islam was?
Hazrat Ali (R.A) was the first child to accept Islam.
Which Namaz is offered for Solar Eclipse?
Namaz-e-Kusoof is offered at a solar eclipse.
At the event of Mi'raj, which ibadat became Farz?
The five daily prayers were made obligatory on the night of Miraj.
How many sajdas are there in Holy Quran?
There are 14 verses of prostration in the Quran according to the Hanafi school.
Which Prophet of ALLAH had minimum age (on Earth before ascending)?
Hazrat Isa (A.S) was raised to the heavens at about 33 years of age, the youngest of the Prophets at the end of his earthly mission.
Which Ummayad ruler was called as Umar-e-Sani?
Hazrat Umar bin Abdul Aziz (R.A) is called Umar-e-Sani, the second Umar, for reviving the justice of Hazrat Umar bin al-Khattab (R.A).
Who gave Hajr-e-Aswad to Hazrat Ismaeel (A.S) during the rebuilding of the House of Allah?
Hazrat Jibrael (A.S) brought the Hajar-e-Aswad to Hazrat Ismail (A.S) during the raising of the Kaaba.
When did “Jihad” become mandatory in Islam?
Jihad was made obligatory in 2 AH.
Who was the commander of infidels in the battle of Ditch (Khandaq)?
Abu Sufyan led the confederate forces at the Battle of the Trench in 5 AH.
Who requested Allah to free him till the day of judgement?
Iblees asked Allah for respite until the Day of Judgment, and it was granted to him.
Which topic was discussed in Surah e Qadar?
Surah Al-Qadr speaks of the Night of Decree, on which the revelation of the Quran began, and declares it better than a thousand months.
Safi Ullah is a title of?
Safi-Ullah, the chosen of Allah, is the title of Hazrat Adam (A.S).
First foster mother of Holy Prophet (PBUH) was maid of Abu Lahab?
Hazrat Thuwaybah, also called Sobia, the freed maid of Abu Lahab, was the first to suckle the Holy Prophet (PBUH), before Hazrat Haleema (R.A).
Zakat in terms of importance in the Islamic pillars stands?
Zakat is the third pillar of Islam, after the Kalima and Salat.
Treaty of Hudaibia was signed in which year (AH)?
The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was concluded in 6 AH.
How much army was brought by Abraha to demolish Kaabah?
Abraha is reported to have marched on the Kaaba with an army of about sixty thousand, in the Year of the Elephant.
What is the real meaning of “Qiyas”?
Qiyas means analogy, the extension of an established ruling to a new case sharing the same cause.
“Sayad-ul-Ayam” (Master of Days) is known as
Friday is called Sayyid-ul-Ayyam, the master of days, being the best day on which the sun rises.
Who was given the title of the “speaker of the prophets”?
Hazrat Shoaib (A.S) is called the speaker of the Prophets, Khateeb-ul-Anbiya, for the eloquence of his preaching.
About the PPSC Islamiyat Past Paper 2019
Every MCQ above is taken from the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) Islamiyat papers held in 2019, 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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