In which month of the Islamic calendar is fasting (Sawm) obligatory?
ARamadan
BShaban
CRajab
DShawwal
Explanation
– Sawm refers to fasting from dawn to sunset during the entire month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
– It involves abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs as an act of worship and self-discipline.
– For exams, remember that fasting in Ramadan was made obligatory in 2 AH, the same year as the Battle of Badr.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Five Pillars of Islam
- Subtopic: Sawm

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