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The Madinan period covers the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) life after Hijrah, including the establishment of the Muslim community, the Constitution of Madinah, relations with other communities, major treaties, social laws and the Farewell Pilgrimage. It differs from the Makkan period because it focuses more on community organisation, governance and applied Islamic guidance.
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- A. Masjid-ul-Haram
- B. Masjid e Quba
- C. Masjid-e-Aqsa
- D. Masjid-e-Nabavi
Explanation: Masjid-e-Quba was the first mosque built by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) after his arrival near Madinah.
Correct answer: Masjid e Quba- A. Hazrat Zaid bin Harith (RA)
- B. Hazrat Ubaidullah (RA)
- C. Hazrat Hasaan ibn e sabit (R.A)
- D. None of these
Explanation: Hazrat Hassan ibn Thabit (RA) is known as the poet of Islam and defended Islam and the Prophet (PBUH) through his poetry.
Correct answer: Hazrat Hasaan ibn e sabit (R.A)- A. 6 A.H
- B. 7 A.H
- C. 8 A.H
- D. 9 A.H
Explanation: The Prophet (PBUH) began using an official seal in 7 AH, particularly for letters sent to foreign rulers.
Correct answer: 7 A.H- A. Bashir bin Sufyan
- B. Namila bin Abdullah Al-Laithi
- C. Muhammad bin Muslimah
- D. Bara bin Azib
Explanation: When the Prophet (PBUH) left Madinah for Umrah before the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, he appointed Namila bin Abdullah al-Laithi to administer…
Correct answer: Namila bin Abdullah Al-Laithi- A. Quba
- B. Harmain
- C. Nabavi
- D. Zarar
Explanation: Masjid al-Dirar was built to create division among the Muslims and was ordered to be demolished by the Prophet (PBUH).
Correct answer: Zarar- A. 3 A.H.
- B. 2 A.H.
- C. 1 A.H.
- D. 4 A.H.
Explanation: The adhan was instituted in Madinah after the Hijrah, commonly dated to 1 AH. It was introduced to gather Muslims for congregational prayer.
Correct answer: 1 A.H.- A. 8
- B. 9
- C. 10
- D. 11Enrolling In Online Theology Courses
Explanation: The Madinan revelation lasted approximately ten years, from the Hijrah until the Prophet's death.
Correct answer: 10- A. 8
- B. 9
- C. 10
- D. 11
Explanation: The Madinan period covered approximately 10 years, from the Hijrah in 622 CE until the Prophet's death in 632 CE.
Correct answer: 10- A. Abdul bin Qasim (R.A)
- B. Abdul bin Zubair (R.A)
- C. Abu Salma (R.A)
- D. Abu Zainab (R.A)
Explanation: Abdullah ibn Az-Zubair was the first child of the Muhajirun born in Madinah after the Hijrah.
Correct answer: Abdul bin Zubair (R.A)- A. 2nd Hijri
- B. 3rd Hijri
- C. 1st Hijri
- D. 4th Hijri
Explanation: The Qibla was changed from Bayt al-Maqdis to the Kaaba in 2 AH. The change occurred after the Prophet’s migration to Madinah.
Correct answer: 2nd Hijri- A. 35
- B. 40
- C. 45
- D. 50Islam
Explanation: At the initial brotherhood arrangement in Madinah, 45 Muhajireen were paired with 45 Ansar according to the commonly taught account.
Correct answer: 45- A. 45
- B. 46
- C. 47
- D. 48Theology & Religious Study
Explanation: The Charter of Madinah is commonly presented in examination texts as containing 47 clauses.
Correct answer: 47- A. Al-Baqrah
- B. Al- Taubah
- C. Al-Imran
- D. Al-Fatah
Explanation: The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah is described as a “clear victory” or Fath Mubin in the opening verse of Surah Al-Fath.
Correct answer: Al-Fatah- A. One
- B. Two
- C. Three
- D. Four
Explanation: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) performed four Umrahs: the Umrah of Hudaybiyyah, the compensatory Umrah, the Umrah from Ji'ranah and the Umrah…
Correct answer: Four- A. Fajar
- B. zuhr
- C. Asar
- D. Magrib
Explanation: The change from Jerusalem to the Ka'bah took place while the Prophet (PBUH) was leading the Zuhr prayer at Madinah, after which the…
Correct answer: zuhr- A. Masjid-e-Nabvi
- B. Masjid-e-Haram
- C. Masjid-e-Quba
- D. Masjid-e-Qiblatein
Explanation: The Prophet (PBUH) personally participated in building Masjid-e-Quba after the migration to Madinah.
Correct answer: Masjid-e-Quba- A. Asad bin Zaraara
- B. Sumayya bint khabbat
- C. Yasir ibn Amir
- D. Al-Harith ibn Abi Hala
Explanation: As'ad bin Zurarah died in Madinah soon after the Hijrah, and the Prophet (PBUH) led his funeral prayer.
Correct answer: Asad bin Zaraara- A. Saira
- B. Sirin bint Shamun
- C. Marriam
- D. Zulaikha
Explanation: Al-Muqawqis, the ruler of Egypt, sent Maria al-Qibtiyya and her sister Sirin bint Shamun to the Prophet (PBUH).
Correct answer: Sirin bint Shamun- A. Maaz Bin Jabal
- B. Hazrat Abu Musa Ashri R.A
- C. Hazrat Amer Ibn Alas
- D. None of these
Explanation: The Prophet (PBUH) appointed Mu'adh ibn Jabal (RA) to administer and teach in southern Yemen.
Correct answer: Maaz Bin Jabal- A. Maaz Bin Jabal
- B. Hazrat Abu Musa Ashri R.A
- C. Hazrat Amer Ibn Alas
- D. None of these
Explanation: Abu Musa al-Ash'ari (RA) was appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) to serve in northern Yemen.
Correct answer: Hazrat Abu Musa Ashri R.AMadinan Period MCQs: common questions
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