Islamic Studies
Islamic Studies MCQs with Answers and Explanations
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What is the phrase ‘Allahu Akbar’ (Allah is the Greatest), recited at various points in prayer, called?
ATakbir
BTasleem
CTashahhud
DTalbiyah
What Islamic term refers to hypocrisy, particularly outwardly displaying faith while inwardly disbelieving?
ANifaq
BGhibah
CHasad
DKibr
Which historic institution, founded in Fez, Morocco, is recognized by some as one of the oldest continuously operating universities in the world?
AUniversity of Al-Qarawiyyin
BAl-Azhar University
CNizamiyyah
DBayt al-Hikmah
What overarching term refers to the first three generations of Islam — the Sahaba, Tabi’un, and Tabi-Tabi’in — often regarded with special respect in Sunni tradition?
AAs-Salaf as-Salih (The Righteous Predecessors)
BAhl-al-Kitab
CAhl-al-Bayt
DKhulafa-e-Rashideen
What is the closing act of prayer, in which the worshipper turns their head to each side while greeting with peace, called?
ATasleem
BTakbir
CTashahhud
DTalbiyah
What is the recommended Islamic greeting exchanged between Muslims, meaning ‘Peace be upon you’?
AAs-salamu alaikum
BMarhaba
CAhlan wa sahlan
DMa'a salama
Which prominent network of Islamic educational institutions was established across the Seljuk Empire in the 11th century, named after a famous vizier?
AThe Nizamiyyah schools
BAl-Azhar
CBayt al-Hikmah
DAl-Qarawiyyin
What is the Arabic term referring to the Prophet’s (PBUH) family/household, including his descendants?
AAhl-al-Bayt
BAnsar
CMuhajireen
DSahaba
What is the specific chant recited repeatedly by pilgrims during Hajj and Umrah, beginning with ‘Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk’?
ATalbiyah
BTashahhud
CTakbir
DTasleem
With which hand did the Prophet (PBUH) recommend eating and drinking?
AThe right hand
BThe left hand
CEither hand equally
DThere is no guidance on this