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1. In which year was the first Ghazwa fought, what was the first major battle, and what does 'Ghazwa' mean?

   A 'Ghazwa' is a battle in which the Prophet (PBUH) himself participated. The first major battle was the Battle of Badr, fought in 2 AH (624 CE).

2. When was the Battle of Badr fought, and what was its outcome?

   The Battle of Badr was fought in 2 AH (624 CE). Although the Muslims (about 313) were heavily outnumbered by the Quraysh (about 1000), they won a decisive victory, marking the first major Muslim success.

3. What was the outcome and key lesson of the Battle of Uhud (3 AH)?

   In the Battle of Uhud, the Muslims initially gained the upper hand, but suffered a setback when the archers left their posts on Mount Uhud against the Prophet's (PBUH) orders. The lesson was the importance of obedience and discipline.

4. Why is the Battle of the Trench (Ghazwa-e-Khandaq / Ahzab) so named, and who suggested digging the trench?

   It is named after the trench (Khandaq) dug around Madinah to defend it from the confederate armies (Ahzab) in 5 AH. The strategy of digging the trench was suggested by Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA).

5. What was the Treaty of Hudaibiya, and why is it called a clear victory in the Quran?

   Signed in 6 AH between the Muslims and the Quraysh, it was a 10-year peace treaty. Though its terms seemed unfavourable, it allowed Islam to spread peacefully and led to many conversions, so the Quran called it a 'manifest victory' (Fath-e-Mubeen).

6. When did the Conquest of Makkah (Fatah Makkah) take place, and what was its key character?

   The Conquest of Makkah took place in 8 AH (630 CE). It was almost bloodless, and the Prophet (PBUH) granted general amnesty to the people of Makkah, demonstrating mercy and forgiveness.

7. Define Akhlaq in Islam and give its two categories.

   Akhlaq means moral character and ethics. Its two categories are Akhlaq-e-Hasana (good morals such as truthfulness, patience, and justice) and Akhlaq-e-Sayyia (bad morals such as lying, arrogance, and jealousy).

8. What did the Prophet (PBUH) say about the purpose of his mission regarding character?

   The Prophet (PBUH) said: 'I have been sent only to perfect good moral character (akhlaq).' This shows that the perfection of morals was a central aim of his mission.

9. What are the Arkan-e-Islam (the Five Pillars of Islam)?

   The five pillars are: (1) Shahadah (declaration of faith), (2) Salah (prayer), (3) Sawm (fasting in Ramadan), (4) Zakat (obligatory charity), and (5) Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah for those able).

10. What is the Kalima Tayyaba and what are its two essential parts?

    The Kalima Tayyaba is 'La ilaha illallah Muhammadur Rasulullah'. Its two parts are: belief in the Oneness of Allah (Tawheed) and belief in the prophethood of Muhammad (PBUH) (Risalah).

11. What are the seven articles of faith stated in Iman-e-Mufassal?

    Belief in: (1) Allah, (2) His Angels, (3) His Books, (4) His Messengers, (5) the Day of Judgement, (6) Taqdeer (destiny, good and bad from Allah), and (7) life after death (resurrection).

12. What is the difference between Iman-e-Mujmal and Iman-e-Mufassal in brief?

    Iman-e-Mujmal is the concise statement of faith (belief in Allah and acceptance of all His commands as they are). Iman-e-Mufassal is the detailed statement of faith affirming the seven specific articles of belief.

13. How many daily obligatory (Fard) prayers are there, and how many Fard Rak'ahs are in each?

    There are five daily prayers. Fard Rak'ahs: Fajr 2, Zuhr 4, Asr 4, Maghrib 3, and Isha 4.

14. What are the conditions (Faraid) that make a prayer valid, and what is Wudu?

    Conditions include purity of body, clothes, and place; facing the Qibla; covering the Satar (body); the correct time; and intention (Niyyah). Wudu is the ritual ablution (washing face, arms, wiping head, washing feet) required before Salah.

15. What is Sawm (fasting), in which month is it obligatory, and what are its timings?

    Sawm is fasting by abstaining from food, drink, and other prohibited acts from dawn (Sehri ends at Subh Sadiq) until sunset (Iftar at Maghrib). It is obligatory during the month of Ramadan.

16. What is Zakat, what is its standard rate, and on what is it due?

    Zakat is an obligatory annual charity. Its standard rate is 2.5% (one-fortieth) of wealth that exceeds the Nisab and has been held for a full lunar year. It is due on savings, gold, silver, cash, and trade goods.

17. What is the Nisab for Zakat in gold and silver?

    The Nisab is the minimum wealth on which Zakat becomes due: 7.5 tolas (about 87.48 grams) of gold or 52.5 tolas (about 612.36 grams) of silver, or their equivalent value.

18. What is Hajj, when is it performed, and what are its three Fard (obligatory) acts?

    Hajj is the pilgrimage to the Kaaba in Makkah, obligatory once in a lifetime for those who can afford it. It is performed in the month of Zul-Hijjah. Its three Fard acts are: Ihram (entering the sacred state with intention), Wuquf (staying at Arafat), and Tawaf-e-Ziyarat (circling the Kaaba).

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

    1) Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA), 2) Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA), 3) Hazrat Usman Ghani (RA), and 4) Hazrat Ali (RA).

20. What is the title of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), and for what major achievement is his caliphate remembered?

    His title is 'As-Siddique' (the Truthful). His caliphate is remembered for crushing the apostasy (Ridda) wars, the battles against false prophets, and beginning the compilation of the Quran into one book.

21. What major administrative reforms is Hazrat Umar (RA) credited with, and what is his title?

    His title is 'Al-Farooq' (one who distinguishes right from wrong). He is credited with establishing the Islamic (Hijri) calendar, the Bait-ul-Maal (public treasury), the police and judiciary systems, regular army, and great territorial expansion (conquest of Persia, Syria, Egypt).

22. What is the major Quran-related achievement of Hazrat Usman (RA), and his title?

    His title is 'Ghani' (the generous) and 'Zun-Noorain' (possessor of two lights, as he married two daughters of the Prophet PBUH). His major achievement was compiling and standardising the Quran into a single authoritative version and distributing copies across the Islamic state.

23. Who was Hazrat Ali (RA), what is his title, and what was his relation to the Prophet (PBUH)?

    Hazrat Ali (RA) was the fourth caliph, the Prophet's (PBUH) cousin and son-in-law (married to Hazrat Fatima RA). His titles include 'Asadullah' (Lion of Allah) and 'Haider'. He was the first child to accept Islam and was famed for his knowledge and bravery.

24. Who is referred to as 'Saif-ullah' (the Sword of Allah), and why?

    Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA), the brilliant Muslim general who was never defeated in battle, was given the title 'Saif-ullah' (the Sword of Allah) by the Prophet (PBUH).

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