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.

216.

The major teaching of Surah an-Nasr(Q. 110) is that

A.

Islam has a bright future

B.

death is inevitable

C.

man must strive to succeed in life

D.

after difficulty comes ease

Correct answer is A

Surah an-Nasr (Q. 110) discusses the victory of Islam and the rapid expansion of the Muslim community. Therefore, the major teaching of this Surah is that Islam has a bright future.

217.

Halimah, the wet nurse of Muhammad(S.A.W.) hailed from the Banu

A.

Khuza'ah

B.

Quraysh

C.

Mustaliq

D.

Sa'ad

Correct answer is D

Halimah, the wet nurse of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), hailed from the Banu Sa'ad tribe. This tribe was known for its generosity and hospitality.

218.

The state into which the pilgrim enters befire the time of Hajj is

A.

Ihram

B.

Sa'y

C.

Tawaf

D.

Talbiyyah

Correct answer is A

The state into which the pilgrim enters before the time of Hajj is called Ihram. Ihram is a sacred state which a Muslim must enter in order to perform the major pilgrimage (Hajj) or the minor pilgrimage (Umrah).

219.

A muslim is only permitted to marry his

A.

foster mother

B.

Late wife's sister

C.

late father's wife

D.

foster sister

Correct answer is B

 

According to Islamic law, a Muslim man is permitted to marry his late wife's sister. However, he is not permitted to marry his foster mother, his late father's wife, or his foster sister.

220.

Suratul Fatihah(Q.1:5) admonishes

A.

remember the Day of Judgement

B.

appreciate the mercy and grace of Allah

C.

give thanks and praises to Allah

D.

Worship none except Almighty Allah

Correct answer is D

Suratul Fatihah (Q.1:5) is the first chapter of the Quran and it emphasizes the worship of Allah alone. The verse says 'You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Worship none except Almighty Allah'.