Cadet College Entry Test Islamiat and Pakistan Studies Syllabus

What is the meaning of Zakat, and what is the standard rate?

Zakat is obligatory charity to purify wealth. The standard rate is 2.5% (one-fortieth) of savings/wealth held for one lunar year.

What is Nisab in relation to Zakat?

Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must possess for one year before Zakat becomes obligatory — equivalent to about 7.5 tolas (87.48g) of gold or 52.5 tolas (612.36g) of silver.

What is the meaning of Hajj, and where is it performed?

Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to the Holy Kaaba in Makkah, obligatory once in a lifetime for every Muslim who is physically and financially able.

In which Islamic month is Hajj performed?

Hajj is performed in the month of Dhul-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic calendar.

What is Ihram in Hajj?

Ihram is the sacred state and white unstitched clothing a pilgrim wears to perform Hajj or Umrah, along with the intention (Niyyah) and rules of pilgrimage.

What is Tawaf in Hajj?

Tawaf is circling the Holy Kaaba seven times in an anti-clockwise direction as an act of worship during Hajj or Umrah.

When and where was Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) born?

He was born in 570 CE (Year of the Elephant / Aam-ul-Feel) in Makkah.

What were the names of Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) parents?

His father was Abdullah and his mother was Aamina (Bibi Amina).

What titles were given to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) before prophethood due to his character?

Al-Sadiq (the Truthful) and Al-Ameen (the Trustworthy).

At what age did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) receive the first revelation, and where?

At the age of 40, in the Cave of Hira on the Mountain of Noor (Jabal-an-Noor) near Makkah.

Who was the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Hazrat Khadija (RA), whom he married at age 25 when she was 40; she was the first person to accept Islam.

What was the Hijrah, and in which year did it occur?

The Hijrah was the migration of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE, which marks the beginning of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.

What was the first mosque built by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Masjid-e-Quba, built near Madinah during the Hijrah; it was the first mosque in Islam.

What was the Charter of Madinah (Misaq-e-Madina)?

It was the first written constitution drawn up by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Madinah, establishing rights and duties among Muslims, Jews, and other tribes as one community.

What is the significance of the Battle of Badr?

Fought in 624 CE (2 AH), it was the first major battle of Islam where 313 Muslims defeated about 1000 Quraish, marking a decisive early victory.

What was the significance of the Conquest of Makkah (Fatah Makkah)?

In 630 CE (8 AH) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) entered Makkah peacefully, cleansed the Kaaba of idols, and granted general amnesty, demonstrating mercy and forgiveness.

What was the Treaty of Hudaibiya, and why was it important?

A 628 CE peace treaty between Muslims and the Quraish of Makkah; though it seemed unfavorable, the Quran called it a clear victory (Fatah-e-Mubeen) as it spread Islam peacefully.

What key lessons does the Last Sermon (Khutba Hajjat-ul-Wida) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) teach?

Equality of all humans, sanctity of life and property, rights of women, prohibition of interest (Riba), and holding fast to the Quran and Sunnah.

Which Surah is the first chapter of the Quran and is recited in every Rakat of prayer?

Surah Al-Fatiha — also called Umm-ul-Quran (Mother of the Book).

What is the central theme and meaning of Surah Al-Fatiha?

It praises Allah as Lord of all worlds, the Most Merciful, Master of the Day of Judgement, and is a prayer asking Allah to guide us on the straight path (Sirat-al-Mustaqeem).

What is the theme of Surah Al-Asr?

It teaches that mankind is in loss except those who believe, do righteous deeds, and advise one another to truth and patience.

What is the meaning and theme of Surah Al-Kausar?

It is the shortest Surah of the Quran; it tells that Allah granted the Prophet abundance (Kausar) and commands prayer and sacrifice for Allah alone.

What is the theme of Surah An-Nas and Surah Al-Falaq?

They are the Mu'awwidhatain — protective Surahs seeking Allah's refuge from evil, the whisperings of Shaitan, and harmful forces.

What is a Hadith?

A Hadith is a recorded saying, action, or approval (Taqreer) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), forming the second source of Islamic law after the Quran.

What does the Hadith 'Cleanliness is half of faith' teach?

That purity and cleanliness (Taharat) of body, clothes, and surroundings are an essential part of a Muslim's faith (Eimaan).

What does the Hadith about seeking knowledge teach Muslims?

'Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim' — it emphasizes that gaining knowledge is a religious duty for all believers.

Who were the four Rightly Guided Caliphs (Khulafa-e-Rashideen) in order?

Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), Hazrat Umar (RA), Hazrat Usman (RA), and Hazrat Ali (RA).

What was the major contribution of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) as the first Caliph?

He suppressed the apostasy wars (Ridda wars), fought against false prophets, and ordered the first compilation of the Quran into a single book.

What were the major contributions of Hazrat Umar (RA) as Caliph?

He established the Islamic (Hijri) calendar, expanded the empire (conquering Persia, Syria, Egypt), and set up administrative systems like Bait-ul-Maal, police, and judiciary.

What was the most important contribution of Hazrat Usman (RA) as Caliph?

He compiled and standardized the Quran into a single authentic version (the Usmani script) and distributed copies across the Islamic state; he also expanded the naval forces.

What were the contributions and title of Hazrat Ali (RA), the fourth Caliph?

Known for his knowledge, bravery, and justice, he was titled 'Asadullah' (Lion of Allah); he was the first young man to accept Islam and a great scholar and judge.