Explanation

• The Hijri calendar was officially started by Hazrat Umar (RA).
• It is based on the migration (Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 622 AD.
• This event marks the beginning of the Islamic era.
• It consists of 12 lunar months.
• It is still used for Islamic events and dates today.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

یہ سوال ضرور پڑھیں

Current Hijri Year is ______(Click)?

Explanation

• In Islamic teachings, booty (Ghanimah) refers to wealth gained during lawful battle.
• The Holy Quran clearly explains its distribution and ownership.
• Initially, its authority belongs to Allah and His Prophet (PBUH).
• The rule of booty is mentioned in Surah Al-Anfal.
• One-fifth (Khums) was reserved for collective welfare and needy groups.

Last verified on 12-05-2026

Explanation

1. First Pillar: Shahadatain (شہادتیں) – declaration of faith: “There is no god but Allah, Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger”
2. Second Pillar: Namaz (نماز) – five daily prayers
3. Third Pillar: Zakat (زکوٰۃ) – obligatory charity, 2.5% of wealth above Nisab
4. Fourth Pillar: Fasting (Sawm / روزہ) – during Ramadan, abstaining from food, drink, and bad deeds
5. Fifth Pillar: Hajj (حج) – pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in a lifetime if able

Last verified on 22-03-2026

Explanation

• Sadaqat-ul-Fitr (Fitrana) is a compulsory charity in Islam.
• It is given before the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer.
• It was made obligatory to purify the fasts of Ramadan.
• It also helps poor people to celebrate Eid.
• It was proclaimed in the 2nd Hijri year.

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• The third pillar of Islam is Zakat (charity).
• Zakat means purification of wealth by giving a fixed portion to the poor.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.

Additional information:

Five Pillars of Islam (In Order)

1. Shahadatain – Declaration of faith
2. Namaz (Salah) – Prayer
3. Zakat – Charity (Obligatory almsgiving)
4. Roza (Fasting) – During Ramadan
5. Hajj – Pilgrimage to Makkah

Last verified on 11-05-2026