Explanation

• Ijtihad is an important concept in Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh).
• It refers to using independent reasoning to derive Islamic rulings.
• It is used when clear guidance is not found in the Quran or Sunnah.
• Root word: J-H-D (effort / struggle).

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Explanation

• Charles Babbage is known as the Father of the Computer.
• He designed the more advanced Analytical Engine, which featured a "Mill" (CPU) and a "Store" (memory).

Additional information:

• He was an English polymath.
• Born: 26 December 1791 London, England
• Died: 18 October 1871 (aged 79) London, England

Last updated on 09-03-2026

Explanation

• The Indian government's cash balance at the time of Partition was just under Rs 400 crore.
• Pakistan's share of this balance was fixed at Rs 75 crore.
• This amount of Rs 75 crore included Rs 20 crore that was made available to Pakistan immediately.

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Explanation

• The phrase accustomed ended with “To” and is  followed by “ing” form of a verb.
• Accustomed to something means کسی چیز کا عادی ہونا
• I am not accustomed to being interrupted.

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Explanation

• “Since” is used to show the starting point of an action in time.
• In Present Perfect Continuous tense, “since” is used with a specific year or date.
• The sentence shows an action continuing from 1999 until now.

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Explanation

• The meaning of Iman Mufassal:The belief in detail.

Seven essential beliefs are there in Iman-e-Mafassal:

• 1.  Faith in God.
• 2.  Faith in holy angels.
• 3.  Faith in all holy Books.
• 4.  Faith in all holy Prophets.
• 5.  Faith in the Day of Judgement.
• 6.  Faith in everything good or bad is decided by God (Taqdir).
• 7.  Faith in life after death.

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Explanation

• Hadith Meaning: Saying, action, approval of Prophet (PBUH)
• Sources: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
• Narrators: Sahaba (companions)
• Purpose: Guidance for Muslims
• Relation to Quran: Explains and supports Quranic teachings

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Explanation

• Year made compulsory: 2 A.H.
• Meaning of Zakat: Purification
• Position in Islam: Fourth Pillar of Islam
• Recipients: Poor, needy, debtors, travelers, and other eligible groups

Additional information:

• The word “Zakat” appears about 32 times in the Holy Quran.
• Abu Bakr fought against those who refused to pay Zakat after the death of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
• Standard Zakat rate on savings and wealth is generally 2.5% after meeting Nisab criteria.
• Fasting became compulsory: 2 A.H.
• Qiblah changed toward Kaaba: 2 A.H.
• Battle of Badr took place: 2 A.H.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

Explanation

• At age 12, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) traveled to Syria with his uncle Abu Talib (RA)
• Met a Christian monk Bahira in Basra, Syria who noticed signs of prophethood

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Explanation

• Masjid-e-Quba is the first mosque in the history of Islam.
• It is built after Prophet Muhammad (SAW) arrived in Madina.

Additional information:

• Masjid-ul-Haram is the first mosque on the surface of the earth.
• Masjid-ul-Aqsa, built by Prophet Salaiman (AS), was the first mosque constructed on the surface of the earth.

Last verified on 11-05-2026