Explanation

• There are 8 categories (Masarif) for the distribution of Zakat.
• These categories are outlined in Surah Al-Taubah (9:60) of the Quran.

These are:

1. The poor (Al-Fuqara).
2. The needy (Al-Masakin).
3. Zakat administrators.
4. New Muslims and friends of the Muslim community.
5. Slaves and captives.
6. The debt-ridden.
7. In the cause of God.
8. The wayfarer (travelling with few resources).

32 times the word Zakat occurs in the Holy Quran.

22 times word Zakat is used in Makki Surahs.

Zakat was made compulsory in 2 A.H.

But its complete system was imposed in the year of 8th hijrah.

Last verified on 21-04-2026

Explanation

• Miqat is the designated boundary for entering the state of Ihram.
• Pilgrims must wear Ihram before crossing Miqat.
• It applies to both Hajj and Umrah.
• Different regions have different Miqat points.
• Crossing Miqat without Ihram requires compensation (Dum).

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• “Uswah Hasanah” means perfect example of conduct.
• Surah: Al-Ahzab (33)
• Ayah: 21
• Message: Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the best role model for believers.
• Key Phrase: “Laqad kana lakum fi Rasulillahi uswatun hasanah”.

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

• Mujadad Alif Sani initiated the Jihad against Din-e-Illahi.
• Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi, also known as Imam Rabbani.
• It is a religious movement introduced by Emperor Akbar in 1582.
• Origin: Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Mughal Empire
• Members: 19
• Other name Tawhid-i-Ilahi(توحید الهی)

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• The treaty allowed for a temporary truce between Muslims and Quraysh.

• Year Signed: 628 AD / 6 Hijri
• Month: Dhu al-Qi’dah (March 628)
• Duration: 10 years
• Clauses: 7
• Location: Near the tree called Hudaybiah

Key Signatories:

• Muslims: Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Ali ibn Abi Talib (scribe)
• Quraysh Mecca: Suhail bin Amar

Last verified on 02-02-2026

Explanation

• During Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s early business trips for Hazrat Khadija (RA), he was often accompanied by trusted servants.
  • Maisra was the servant who traveled with him and helped manage trade and goods safely.
  • These trips helped build Prophet ﷺ’s reputation for honesty and trustworthiness.

Last verified on 01-02-2026

Explanation

The Hijri calendar was started in 622AD

Islamic Calendar starts from Hijri

Islamic calendar officially established by: Hazrat Umar (R.A) ibn al-Khattab.

The Prophet's migration or hijra in 622AD marks the beginning of the Hijri year calendar and gives the calendar its name.

The Islamic calendar is based on 12 lunar months 

یہ سوال ضرور پڑھیں

Current Hijri Year is ______?

Explanation

Harut and Marut are two angels mentioned in Quran 2:102.

who is said to have been located in Babylon.

According to some narratives, those two angels were in the time of Idris. 

Explanation

Explanation

Jafar Abi Talib was a companion and cousin of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad

he was the older brother of Ali

His title is The Flyer (of Paradise) and At-Tayyar (ٱلطَّيَّار)

Ghazwa e Mutah was fought 8th year of the Migration, the month of Jumadal-Ula 629 AD

Fought between Muslims and the Byzantine Empire (Roman Empire).

fought near the Jordan River