Explanation

• Jizya is a poll tax historically imposed on non-Muslims in Muslim states.
• In India, Qutb-ud-din Aibak was the first to impose Jizya.
• The tax was abolished by Mughal ruler Akbar in the 16th century but reintroduced by Aurangzeb in the 17th century.

Additional information:

• Kharaj was a land tax imposed on non-Muslim cultivators and landlords.

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Explanation

• Seerat-u-Nabi is a famous biography of the Prophet (PBUH).
• It was started by Shibli Nomani.
• Later completed by Suleman Nadvi.
• The complete work consists of 7 volumes (parts).
• It is one of the most authentic and detailed Seerat books.

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Explanation

• Author: Syed Abul Ala Maududi
• Work Name: Tafheem-ul-Quran
• Language: Urdu
• Volumes: 6 volumes
• Writing Period: 1942 – 1972

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Explanation

• Author: Mufti Muhammad Shafi (رحمہ اللہ)
• Name of Tafseer: Maariful Quran
• Language: Urdu
• Publication Period: 20th Century
• Style: Easy explanation + scholarly tafseer

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Explanation

• The Miraj event took place on the 27th of Rajab in the 10th (621 A.D) year of Prophethood.
• Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was staying at the house of Umm Hani on the night of Miraj.
• That night, Angel Jibreel came to the Prophet (SAW) and took him on the journey of Israa and Miraj.
• During Miraj, Hazrat Adam and Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) met at the first heaven.
• The event is mentioned in Surah Bani Israel.

It is also known as 'Isra and Mi'raj' or 'Shab-e-Meraj'. 

• Isra: Night journey from Makkah to Masjid Al-Aqsa.
• Mi’raj: Journey from Masjid Al-Aqsa to the heavens.

Gifts of the 27th of Rajab:

• The five prescribed daily prayers.
• The last part of the chapter of Al-Baqara (Amanar-Rasulu).

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• The Social Boycott of Banu Hashim started in the 7th year of Prophethood (Nabvi).
• It was imposed by the Quraysh of Makkah against Banu Hashim and early Muslims.
• The boycott continued for 3 years (7th–10th Nabvi).

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Explanation

• Analyse means تفصیل سے کسی چیز کا بغور مطالعہ یا جانچ کرنا
• Examine means تفصیل سے کسی چیز کا بغور مطالعہ یا جانچ کرنا

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Explanation

• “At sixes and sevens” means being confused, disorganized, or in a state of uncertainty.
• It describes a situation where things are not properly arranged.
• Example: After the sudden announcement, everyone was at sixes and sevens.

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Explanation

• “Throw cold water on” means to discourage or show lack of enthusiasm.
• It is used when someone reacts negatively to an idea or plan.
• Example: He threw cold water on our picnic plan.

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Explanation

• Alleviate means کسی چیز کو کم شدید یا برداشت کرنا آسان بنانا، خاص طور پر درد یا مسائل
• Reduce means کسی چیز کو کم شدید یا برداشت کرنا آسان بنانا، خاص طور پر درد یا مسائل

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