Islamic Studies – Combined Competitive Examination – 2023 (PMS) (Held in 2025)

The term Fateh Mubeen means a clear or manifest victory. It refers to the Treaty of Hudaibiah a significant peace agreement in Islamic history. Even though it wasn’t a military battle this treaty opened the door for Muslims to strengthen their community and perform pilgrimage peacefully. The phrase labels this event as a turning point. In this context Fateh means victory and Mubeen means clear or evident. Alternatives like battle don’t fit because this was a diplomatic success not a war.

Touqifi means that the order of the Quranic chapters was fixed by divine instruction not human choice. This preserves the Quran’s authenticity and ensures the chapters appear in the sequence that Allah intended. Grammatically it describes the nature of the order. Alternatives could be human-arranged but that’s incorrect because Muslims believe the arrangement is divinely guided.

Ibn Ishaq is recognized as the earliest and most influential historian who documented the life of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. His biography serves as a foundational source for later works on Seerah. The phrase primary source emphasizes the originality and importance of his writings. While other historians also wrote about the Prophet Ibn Ishaq’s accounts are considered the most authentic starting point.

In Islamic law Bain refers to a divorce that is final and irrevocable meaning the husband cannot take his wife back through reconciliation Rujua. The term literally means separation. Other types like Talaq Raj’i allow for Rujua. This distinction is important because it determines the legal and social consequences after divorce.

Ijtihad means exerting intellectual effort to derive rulings on new matters not explicitly covered in the Quran or Sunnah. It involves deep reasoning by qualified scholars to keep Islamic law relevant. Grammatically it is a noun referring to this process. Alternatives like Fatwa a legal opinion are related but not exactly the same as Ijtihad.

Mudarabah is an Islamic finance contract where one partner invests money and the other offers effort or expertise to run the business. Profits are shared as per agreement but losses fall on the investor. This arrangement allows for cooperation without interest aligning with Islamic principles. Other business models exist but Mudarabah uniquely defines this partnership style.

Al-Mirath deals with Islamic inheritance laws that specify how a deceased person’s wealth is distributed among heirs. It is a crucial branch of Islamic jurisprudence. The term literally means inheritance. Alternatives like Faraid refer to prescribed shares but Al-Mirath covers the whole subject.

Al-Muatta compiled by Imam Malik is considered the first comprehensive Hadith collection. It combined sayings and practices of the Prophet with legal opinions. Grammatically it is a proper noun naming a book. While other collections appeared later Al-Muatta set the standard for Hadith documentation.

Ibn Hajar Al-Asqalani wrote Fateh Al Bari a detailed and authoritative explanation of Sahih Al-Bukhari. His work helps readers understand complex Hadith meanings and contexts. The phrase author of famous commentary highlights his scholarly contribution. No other scholar is linked to this exact work.

Tafsir Tabari is called Umm al Tafsir meaning the mother of all Quranic commentaries because it is one of the earliest and most comprehensive explanations of the Quran. This title shows its importance and influence. Grammatically it is a phrase denoting a title given to this tafsir.

Sheikh Tantawi is recognized as the author of Al Jawahir fi Tafsir al Quran an important modern commentary. The phrase is credited to shows authorship. There are many tafsirs but this one is specifically associated with Sheikh Tantawi.

Hazrat Umar Bin Abdul Aziz is honored as the fifth rightly guided Caliph because of his just and reformist rule. The phrase recognized as shows his acceptance by historians and scholars. His leadership style set a model for fairness and governance.

Abu Turab meaning Father of Dust was a nickname given to Hazrat Ali for his humility and closeness to the earth. This title symbolizes his simple and grounded nature. No one else is commonly known by this title.

Hazrat Zaid Bin Haris is one of the few companions whose name is explicitly mentioned in the Quran. This shows his special status and role in Islamic history. The question focuses on a proper noun and no other companion’s name appears exactly in the text.

The name Israel was given to Prophet Yaqoob Jacob meaning one who struggles with God. This title appears in Islamic and biblical traditions. Grammatically it’s a proper noun referring to a person’s special title.

The first organized Islamic pilgrimage Hajj took place during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakar. The phrase under the leadership of refers to his role in supervising this important religious event.

The Day of Arafat a key ritual of Hajj is observed on the 9th day of the Islamic month Zil Hajj. This date is crucial for pilgrims. Grammatically the answer is a specific time reference.

Surah Ikhlas is uniquely valued as representing one-third of the Quran’s message due to its emphasis on the oneness of Allah. The phrase considered equivalent shows the symbolic importance not literal length.

Unlike most Surahs Surah Tauba does not start with the phrase Bismillah. This exception is important in Quranic studies. The phrase does not begin with points to this unusual feature.

Hazrat Jafar recited parts of the Quran before Najashi the Abyssinian king to explain Islam and seek protection. The phrase recited verses before emphasizes this historic event. No other companion is known for this specific act.

The term Fateh Mubeen means a clear or manifest victory. It refers to the Treaty of Hudaibiah a significant peace agreement in Islamic history. Even though it wasn’t a military battle this treaty opened the door for Muslims to strengthen their community and perform pilgrimage peacefully. The phrase labels this event as a turning point. In this context Fateh means victory and Mubeen means clear or evident. Alternatives like battle don’t fit because this was a diplomatic success not a war.

Touqifi means that the order of the Quranic chapters was fixed by divine instruction not human choice. This preserves the Quran’s authenticity and ensures the chapters appear in the sequence that Allah intended. Grammatically it describes the nature of the order. Alternatives could be human-arranged but that’s incorrect because Muslims believe the arrangement is divinely guided.

Ibn Ishaq is recognized as the earliest and most influential historian who documented the life of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. His biography serves as a foundational source for later works on Seerah. The phrase primary source emphasizes the originality and importance of his writings. While other historians also wrote about the Prophet Ibn Ishaq’s accounts are considered the most authentic starting point.

In Islamic law Bain refers to a divorce that is final and irrevocable meaning the husband cannot take his wife back through reconciliation Rujua. The term literally means separation. Other types like Talaq Raj’i allow for Rujua. This distinction is important because it determines the legal and social consequences after divorce.

Ijtihad means exerting intellectual effort to derive rulings on new matters not explicitly covered in the Quran or Sunnah. It involves deep reasoning by qualified scholars to keep Islamic law relevant. Grammatically it is a noun referring to this process. Alternatives like Fatwa a legal opinion are related but not exactly the same as Ijtihad.

Mudarabah is an Islamic finance contract where one partner invests money and the other offers effort or expertise to run the business. Profits are shared as per agreement but losses fall on the investor. This arrangement allows for cooperation without interest aligning with Islamic principles. Other business models exist but Mudarabah uniquely defines this partnership style.

Al-Mirath deals with Islamic inheritance laws that specify how a deceased person’s wealth is distributed among heirs. It is a crucial branch of Islamic jurisprudence. The term literally means inheritance. Alternatives like Faraid refer to prescribed shares but Al-Mirath covers the whole subject.

Al-Muatta compiled by Imam Malik is considered the first comprehensive Hadith collection. It combined sayings and practices of the Prophet with legal opinions. Grammatically it is a proper noun naming a book. While other collections appeared later Al-Muatta set the standard for Hadith documentation.

Ibn Hajar Al-Asqalani wrote Fateh Al Bari a detailed and authoritative explanation of Sahih Al-Bukhari. His work helps readers understand complex Hadith meanings and contexts. The phrase author of famous commentary highlights his scholarly contribution. No other scholar is linked to this exact work.

Tafsir Tabari is called Umm al Tafsir meaning the mother of all Quranic commentaries because it is one of the earliest and most comprehensive explanations of the Quran. This title shows its importance and influence. Grammatically it is a phrase denoting a title given to this tafsir.

Sheikh Tantawi is recognized as the author of Al Jawahir fi Tafsir al Quran an important modern commentary. The phrase is credited to shows authorship. There are many tafsirs but this one is specifically associated with Sheikh Tantawi.

Hazrat Umar Bin Abdul Aziz is honored as the fifth rightly guided Caliph because of his just and reformist rule. The phrase recognized as shows his acceptance by historians and scholars. His leadership style set a model for fairness and governance.

Abu Turab meaning Father of Dust was a nickname given to Hazrat Ali for his humility and closeness to the earth. This title symbolizes his simple and grounded nature. No one else is commonly known by this title.

Hazrat Zaid Bin Haris is one of the few companions whose name is explicitly mentioned in the Quran. This shows his special status and role in Islamic history. The question focuses on a proper noun and no other companion’s name appears exactly in the text.

The name Israel was given to Prophet Yaqoob Jacob meaning one who struggles with God. This title appears in Islamic and biblical traditions. Grammatically it’s a proper noun referring to a person’s special title.

The first organized Islamic pilgrimage Hajj took place during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakar. The phrase under the leadership of refers to his role in supervising this important religious event.

The Day of Arafat a key ritual of Hajj is observed on the 9th day of the Islamic month Zil Hajj. This date is crucial for pilgrims. Grammatically the answer is a specific time reference.

Surah Ikhlas is uniquely valued as representing one-third of the Quran’s message due to its emphasis on the oneness of Allah. The phrase considered equivalent shows the symbolic importance not literal length.

Unlike most Surahs Surah Tauba does not start with the phrase Bismillah. This exception is important in Quranic studies. The phrase does not begin with points to this unusual feature.

Hazrat Jafar recited parts of the Quran before Najashi the Abyssinian king to explain Islam and seek protection. The phrase recited verses before emphasizes this historic event. No other companion is known for this specific act.