Explanation

• ماء (Māʾ) means “Water” in Arabic.
• طعام = Food.
• طريق = Road / Way.
• نافذة = Window.

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Explanation

• The Pak Hajj App is used to provide important Hajj-related information and services to Pakistani pilgrims.
• It helps pilgrims access guidance and operational information during Hajj.
• The app supports better communication and facilitation of Hujjaj.

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Explanation

• Hajar-e-Aswad (Black Stone) is located in the southeastern corner of the Kaaba.
• Its direction is generally described as Eastern.
• Tawaf begins from the corner where Hajar-e-Aswad is situated.
• Pilgrims start each round of Tawaf by aligning with or gesturing toward the Black Stone.

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Explanation

TIn Umrah, there are 2 main obligations (Farz/Wajib):

1. Ihram (intention and state of ritual purity) – Entering the state of Ihram from the Miqat (designated boundary).
2. Tawaf (circumambulation of Kaaba) – Performing 7 circuits around the Kaaba.

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Explanation

• The distance from Masjid al-Nabawi ﷺ to Masjid Quba is given as 6 km in the Rehnuma-e-Hajj booklet (Hanfia/Jafria).
• Masjid Quba is located in Madinah.
• It is the first mosque built in Islam.
• The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ participated in its establishment after arriving in Madinah.
• Pilgrims visiting Madinah commonly visit Masjid Quba as part of their Ziyarat.

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Explanation

• COVID-19 vaccination is listed as a mandatory immunization for all Hajj pilgrims.
• Those wishing to perform Hajj must complete immunization with vaccines approved in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• This requirement is intended to protect pilgrims from infectious diseases during Hajj.

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Explanation

• The seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine is advised for people coming for Hajj, Umrah, seasonal work, or other purposes in Hajj and Umrah areas.
• It should be received not less than 10 days before arrival in the Kingdom.
• Special emphasis is given to pregnant women, children under 5 years, and the elderly.
• This vaccination helps reduce the risk of seasonal influenza during the crowded Hajj and Umrah period.

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Explanation

• The first batch of the Advance Party moved to Arafat on the night of 8th Zul-Hijjah.
• Their departure was at approximately 9:00 PM.
• The group consisted of members of Guiding Posts, excluding Nazims.
• The Advance Party was led by the relevant AC Maktab.
• Its role was to facilitate pilgrims' arrival and settlement in Arafat.

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Explanation

• Tawaf-e-Ziyarat is a mandatory (Farz) ritual of Hajj.
• It can be performed from 10th Zil Hijjah until sunset of 12th Zil Hijjah.
• Its procedure is similar to the Tawaf of Umrah and requires Wudu.

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Explanation

• Masjid-e-Khaif is located in Mina, near the site where pilgrims stay during Hajj.
• In the Mina Train Station classification, Masjid-e-Khaif is associated with Mina Station 3.
• It is one of the historically significant mosques in the Hajj area.
• Pilgrims may visit the mosque while staying in Mina.

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