41. Namaz e Taraweeh is offered in the month of:
Correct Answer: B. Ramzan
Explanation: Namaz e Taraweeh is a special Sunnah prayer offered exclusively during the holy month of Ramzan.
42. Salat e Istikhara is performed for:
Correct Answer: C. To seek Divine Guidance
Explanation: Salat e Istikhara is a voluntary prayer performed to seek Allah’s guidance when making an important decision.
43. The fourth type of prayers in Islam is:
Correct Answer: C. Nafl
Explanation: Nafl (voluntary) prayers are the fourth type — they are optional prayers offered for additional reward.
44. Nafl prayers consist of:
Correct Answer: A. Ishraaq, Chaasht and Khawf prayers
Explanation: Nafl prayers include various optional prayers such as Ishraaq (after sunrise), Chaasht (mid-morning), and Khawf (fear prayer).
45. Salat e Shukar is:
Correct Answer: C. Mustahab
Explanation: Salat e Shukar (prayer of gratitude) is Mustahab (recommended), offered to thank Allah for a blessing or good news.
46. To perform Salat e Istakhara is:
Correct Answer: C. Nafl
Explanation: Salat e Istikhara is a Nafl (voluntary) prayer; performing it is recommended but not obligatory.
47. Salat e Khawf is offered during:
Correct Answer: B. Fear
Explanation: Salat e Khawf is a special prayer offered during times of fear or danger, such as during battle.
48. Salat e Harb is offered at the time of:
Correct Answer: B. War
Explanation: Salat e Harb is performed during war, with a shortened and simplified form of prayer to accommodate combat conditions.
49. Salat e Ishraq is offered after:
Correct Answer: B. Sunrise
Explanation: Salat e Ishraq is offered approximately 15–20 minutes after sunrise, consisting of 2 Rakats.
50. Salat e Chasht is offered before:
Correct Answer: B. Noon
Explanation: Salat e Chasht (Duha prayer) is offered in the mid-morning, before noon, after the sun has risen to a quarter of its arc.
51. Salat e Duha is offered after:
Correct Answer: B. One-third day passed
Explanation: Salat e Duha is offered after one-third of the day has passed — roughly when the sun is about a quarter of its way across the sky.
52. The Funeral prayer Namaz e Janaza is:
Correct Answer: B. Farz e Kifaya
Explanation: Namaz e Janaza is Farz e Kifaya — a collective obligation where if some Muslims perform it, the obligation is lifted from the rest.
53. Which prayer is performed while standing in lines?
Correct Answer: C. Funeral
Explanation: The Funeral (Janaza) prayer is specifically performed while standing in rows/lines, with no Ruku or Sajda.
54. The act of shortening one’s prayer while on journey is called:
Correct Answer: C. Qasr
Explanation: Qasr refers to the shortening of four-Rakat Farz prayers to two Rakats while travelling a minimum distance.
55. Minimum number of people required for Jummah prayer is:
Correct Answer: A. 3
Explanation: According to the Hanafi school of thought, the minimum number of people required for Jummah prayer (besides the Imam) is 3.
56. Who added second Azan for Friday prayers?
Correct Answer: B. Hazrat Usman (RA)
Explanation: Hazrat Usman (RA) introduced the second Azan for Friday (Jummah) prayers to alert people to prepare for the prayer.
57. In which Islamic month Nafl prayers are equal to Farz prayers?
Correct Answer: C. Ramzan
Explanation: In the month of Ramzan, the reward for Nafl (voluntary) prayers is equal to that of Farz (obligatory) prayers in other months.
58. Who added “Assalatu Khairum Minan Naum” in Fajr Azan?
Correct Answer: B. Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)
Explanation: Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA) added the phrase “Assalatu Khairum Minan Naum” (Prayer is better than sleep) to the Fajr Azan.
59. How many total Rakats are there in Farz prayers?
Correct Answer: C. 48
Explanation: The total Rakats in all five daily prayers (including Sunnah and Witr) are 48: Fajr (4) + Zuhr (12) + Asar (8) + Maghrib (7) + Isha (17) = 48.
60. Namaz e Khasoof is offered during which natural event?
Correct Answer: A. Solar Eclipse
Explanation: Namaz e Khasoof is offered during a Solar Eclipse as a form of worship and supplication to Allah.
61. Namaz e Kasoof is offered during which natural occurrence?
Correct Answer: B. Solar Eclipse
Explanation: Namaz e Kasoof is performed during a Solar Eclipse — Muslims offer this prayer to glorify Allah during this celestial event.
62. What is the purpose of Namaz e Istasqa?
Correct Answer: B. Drought
Explanation: Namaz e Istasqa is a special prayer offered to supplicate Allah for rain during times of drought.
63. In which year did the Holy Prophet (PBUH) first offer Jumma Prayer?
Correct Answer: B. 2 A.H.
Explanation: The Holy Prophet (PBUH) first offered the Jumma (Friday) prayer in 2 A.H. after migrating to Madinah.
64. How is Namaz e Istasqa offered in terms of hand position?
Correct Answer: B. Backside of hands upward
Explanation: During Namaz e Istasqa, the hands are raised with the backs of the hands facing upward as a sign of humility and supplication.
65. The first Eid prayer was offered by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 2 A.H.
Explanation: The first Eid prayer was offered by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in 2 A.H., the same year fasting in Ramadan was made obligatory.
66. What is the ruling of Eid Namaz in Islam?
Correct Answer: A. Wajib
Explanation: Eid Namaz is Wajib (necessary) according to the Hanafi school of thought — it is obligatory for every Muslim who meets the conditions.
67. Who is called a Madurak in Salah?
Correct Answer: B. A person who starts prayer with the Imam
Explanation: Madurak refers to a person who joins the congregational prayer from the very beginning (Takbeer-e-Tahreema) with the Imam.
68. Who is referred to as Musbaq in Salah?
Correct Answer: B. One who joins after one rakat
Explanation: Musbaq refers to a latecomer who misses one or more Rakats and joins the congregational prayer after it has already begun.
69. Which prayers were essential in the early period of Islam?
Correct Answer: C. Zuhr and Asr
Explanation: In the early period of Islam, Zuhr and Asr were among the most essential and emphasized prayers.
70. What does Tahajud literally mean?
Correct Answer: C. To abandon sleep
Explanation: The word “Tahajjud” literally means “to abandon sleep” — referring to rising from sleep to pray voluntarily at night.
71. What is the act of sitting straight in Salat called?
Correct Answer: A. Qaada
Explanation: Qaada refers to sitting straight in Salat, particularly after the second and final Rakats for reciting Tashahhud.
72. What does Jasla refer to in Salah?
Correct Answer: C. A short pause between two Sajdas
Explanation: Jasla is the brief sitting position between the two Sajdas (prostrations) in each Rakat of the prayer.
73. What does Qaumaa mean in the context of Salat?
Correct Answer: C. Standing straight after ruku
Explanation: Qaumaa refers to standing upright again after performing Ruku (bowing), during which “Sami Allahu Liman Hamidah” is recited.
74. What is a person called who performs prayer alone?
Correct Answer: C. Munfarid
Explanation: A person who performs Salat individually, without a congregation, is called a Munfarid.
75. How many Farz acts are in Wuzu?
Correct Answer: C. 4
Explanation: There are 4 Farz (obligatory) acts in Wuzu: washing the face, washing both arms up to the elbows, wiping one-quarter of the head, and washing both feet up to the ankles.
76. How many Farz acts are there in Ghusl?
Correct Answer: B. 3
Explanation: There are 3 Farz acts in Ghusl (ritual bath): rinsing the mouth, rinsing the nostrils, and washing the entire body.
77. How many types of Sunnah prayer are there?
Correct Answer: B. Two
Explanation: There are two types of Sunnah prayer: Sunnah Mu’akkadah (strongly emphasized) and Sunnah Ghair Mu’akkadah (not strongly emphasized).
78. In Qasr, which prayers remain unchanged in Farz rakats?
Correct Answer: B. Fajr, Maghrib & Witr
Explanation: During Qasr (travel prayer), Fajr (2 Rakats), Maghrib (3 Rakats), and Witr (3 Rakats) remain unchanged; only Zuhr, Asar, and Isha are shortened from 4 to 2 Rakats.
79. When is Takbeer-e-Tashreeq recited?
Correct Answer: B. Eid-ul-Uzha
Explanation: Takbeer-e-Tashreeq is recited from the Fajr of 9th Zilhaj to the Asar of 13th Zilhaj during the days of Eid-ul-Adha.
80. What type of salat is Jumma considered?
Correct Answer: B. Farz
Explanation: Salat e Jumma (Friday prayer) is Farz — obligatory for every adult Muslim male who meets the conditions.
81. How many conditions of Salat are there?
Correct Answer: C. Seven
Explanation: There are seven conditions (Sharait) of Salat that must be fulfilled for the prayer to be valid.
82. How many times is Takbeer-e-Tehreema said in Salat?
Correct Answer: B. Once
Explanation: Takbeer-e-Tehreema (“Allahu Akbar” said to begin the prayer) is recited only once at the start of Salat.
83. What is the ruling on Jasla in Salah?
Correct Answer: B. Mustahab
Explanation: Jasla (the brief sitting between two Sajdas) is considered Mustahab (recommended) in Salah.
84. What does Qa’ada refer to in Salat?
Correct Answer: B. Sitting straight
Explanation: Qa’ada refers to the sitting position in Salat, particularly after completing two Rakats and in the final Rakat for reciting Tashahhud.
85. What is the ruling of Qa’ada in Salat?
Correct Answer: D. Farz
Explanation: The final Qa’ada (sitting for Tashahhud at the end of prayer) is Farz — it is an obligatory act and omitting it invalidates the prayer.
86. How many people are required for Jamat prayer?
Correct Answer: C. Two
Explanation: A minimum of two people — an Imam and at least one follower — are required to constitute a Jamat (congregational) prayer.
87. Where did Salat-e-Jumma become Farz?
Correct Answer: C. Madina
Explanation: Salat-e-Jumma (Friday prayer) became Farz in Madina, after the Prophet (PBUH) migrated there from Makkah.
88. When were the five daily prayers made compulsory?
Correct Answer: B. 10th Nabvi
Explanation: The five daily prayers were made compulsory during the Night of Miraj, which occurred in the 10th year of Prophethood (10th Nabvi).
89. Where is Salat commanded in the Quran?
Correct Answer: B. Surah An-Nisa 4:103
Explanation: Salat is specifically commanded in Surah An-Nisa, verse 103: “Indeed, prayer has been decreed upon the believers a decree of specified times.”
Salat, also known as prayer or Namaz, is the second pillar of Islam and obligatory for every Muslim. It holds immense significance in the Islamic faith. Even during the nascent stage of Islam, before the public proclamation of the message, Muslims were commanded to establish Salat. Despite the severe persecution faced in Makkah, believers were instructed to observe their prayers diligently. Following Tawhid (The absolute belief in the Oneness of Allah) Salat occupies second fundamental position among the pillars of Islam.
The accountability for Salat begins immediately after death, and negligence in its performance will not be excused. It is mandated under all circumstances: if one cannot pray while standing, they must pray while sitting; if sitting becomes impossible, then praying while lying down is prescribed. As mentioned in hadith
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:
“Pray standing; if you cannot, then sitting; and if you cannot, then lying on your side.”
— (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 1117)
This unwavering obligation underscores Salat’s unparalleled importance. Given its critical role, Salat frequently features in competitive examinations conducted by FPSC, PPSC, KPPSC, SPSC, BPSC, and other commissions. To assist aspirants in preparing efficiently, we have curated a comprehensive and meticulously organized collection of MCQs on this essential topic.
As the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “The first matter that the slave will be brought to account for on the Day of Judgment is the Salat. If it is sound, then the rest of his deeds will be sound, and if it is bad, then the rest of his deeds will be bad.”
(Reference: Sunan al-Tirmidhi 413, Grade: Sahih)