POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2021 IRS | Objective

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Question 1
What is the significance of the concept of 'Tawakkul' in Islamic ethics?
A. A means of trusting in Allah's plan and provision.
B. A means of seeking nearness to Allah through good deeds.
C. A means of seeking forgiveness from Allah.
D. A means of making a vow to Allah.
Question 2
What is the concept of 'Istithna' in Islamic jurisprudence?
A. A means of exempting oneself from a religious obligation.
B. A means of seeking permission from Allah to perform a forbidden act.
C. A means of making a vow to Allah.
D. A means of seeking forgiveness from Allah.
Question 3
What is the name of the first caliph to be assassinated, and what was the significance of his death?
A. Uthman ibn Affan, whose death led to the First Fitna and the eventual division of the Muslim community.
B. Ali ibn Abi Talib, whose death marked the end of the Rashidun Caliphate.
C. Umar ibn Al-Khattab, whose death led to the appointment of Uthman as the third caliph.
D. Abu Bakr, whose death marked the beginning of the Rashidun Caliphate.
Question 4
In the Surah Al-Baqarah, what is the significance of the phrase 'Wa laa yadhillannaahu minnaa illa al-muhsinoona bi'l-haqqi'?
A. It emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in Islam.
B. It highlights the consequences of denying the truth.
C. It showcases the mercy of Allah towards those who follow the truth.
D. It underscores the role of the righteous in guiding humanity.
Question 5
The concept of Sharia is central to Islamic law. What is the primary source of Sharia?
A. The Qur'an.
B. The Hadith.
C. The Sirah.
D. The Ijma.
Question 6
The compilation of the Qur'an is a significant event in Islamic history. What is the significance of the Uthmanic recession?
A. To establish a standardized version of the Qur'an.
B. To verify the authenticity of the Qur'an.
C. To determine the date of the Qur'an's revelation.
D. To identify the Prophet's favorite verses.
Question 7
What is the name of the Islamic holy book, which is considered the word of Allah as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad?
A. The Quran
B. The Hadith
C. The Sunnah
D. The Ijma
Question 8
In the context of Hadith, what is the significance of the chain of narration?
A. To establish the authenticity of the Hadith.
B. To identify the narrator's location.
C. To determine the date of the Hadith.
D. To verify the Hadith's content.
Question 9
In the history of the compilation of the Quran, what is the significance of the role of Abu Bakr?
A. He was the first to compile the Quran into a single book.
B. He played a key role in the preservation of the Quran during the early days of Islam.
C. He introduced the concept of the Quran as the word of Allah.
D. He established the first Quranic school in Medina.
Question 10
The hadith, 'The best of deeds is the prayer in its proper time,' is a clear indication of the importance of prayer in Islam. What is the significance of this hadith in the context of the Five Pillars of Islam?
A. It emphasizes the importance of prayer in Islam.
B. It highlights the significance of the Five Pillars of Islam.
C. It underscores the importance of following the Prophet's teachings.
D. It discusses the role of prayer in achieving spiritual growth.
Question 11
What is the significance of Islamic civilization in world history?
A. It has contributed significantly to scientific and cultural advancements
B. It has played a major role in shaping global politics
C. It has emphasized the importance of spiritual growth
D. It has highlighted the need for community service
Question 12
The Sirah of the Prophet Muhammad is a crucial aspect of Islamic studies. What is the significance of the Prophet's migration to Medina?
A. To establish the Prophet's authority.
B. To unite the Muslim community.
C. To spread Islam to the Arabian Peninsula.
D. To escape persecution.
Question 13
What is the term for the process by which Muslims make a conscious decision to submit to the will of Allah?
A. Tawbah
B. Tawhid
C. Shukr
D. Sabr
Question 14
In the history of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, what is the significance of the reign of Umar ibn Al-Khattab?
A. He expanded the Islamic empire and established a just system of governance.
B. He implemented the first tax system and established a strong military.
C. He introduced the concept of consultation (shura) in governance.
D. He established the first Islamic court system and promoted education.
Question 15
According to the Quran, what is the significance of the phrase 'Wa laa yadhillannaahu minnaa illa al-muhsinoona bi'l-haqqi'?
A. It emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in Islam.
B. It highlights the consequences of denying the truth.
C. It showcases the mercy of Allah towards those who follow the truth.
D. It underscores the role of the righteous in guiding humanity.

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