Islamic Religious Knowledge questions and answers

Islamic Religious Knowledge Questions and Answers

Islamic Religious Knowledge (IRK) past questions and answers to prepare you for JAMB, WAEC, NECO and Post UTME examinations.

This aptitude test assesses your understanding of the Koran.

181.

The main means of transport used by the Arabs in the desert was

A.

Cattle

B.

Horse

C.

Camel

D.

Donkey

Correct answer is C

 

During the pre-Islamic period, the main means of transport used by the Arabs in the desert was the camel. Camels are well-adapted to the harsh desert conditions and were used for long-distance travel, carrying heavy loads, and even as a source of food and milk.

182.

Iqra' warabbukal' akram is followed by

A.

Khalaqal insana min alaq

B.

Alladhi' alama bil qalam

C.

Allamal 'insana malam ya'lam

D.

Iqra' bismi rabbikal-ladhi khalaq

Correct answer is B

 

The phrase 'Iqra' warabbukal' akram' is from the first revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad. It is followed by 'Alladhi' alama bil qalam', which translates to 'Who taught by the pen'.

183.

Which of the following is not among the articles of Faith? Belief in the

A.

angels

B.

miracles

C.

prophets

D.

scriptures

Correct answer is B

 

The articles of Faith in Islam include belief in the angels, prophets, and scriptures. However, belief in miracles is not considered an article of Faith. While miracles are recognized in Islam, they are not a separate category of belief.

184.

Reference is made to the migration of 622 C.E. in an-Nawawi's Hadith

A.

9

B.

1

C.

7

D.

5

Correct answer is B

 

The migration referred to in an-Nawawi's Hadith is the Hijrah, which took place in 622 C.E. This was when Prophet Muhammad and his followers migrated from Mecca to Medina. The Hijrah marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar, hence it is often referred to in Islamic literature.

185.

One of the issues discussed in Hadith 18 of an-Nawawi is about

A.

the fear of Allah

B.

avoidance of innovations

C.

the importance of intention

D.

avoidance of vain talks

Correct answer is A

 

Have taqwa (fear) of Allah wherever you may be, and follow up a bad deed with a good deed which will wipe it out, and behave well towards the people. It was related by at-Tirmidhi, who said it was a hasan (good) hadeeth, and in some copies it is stated to be a hasan saheeh hadeeth.