Importance of Hadith (Islamic Study) MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025

1. : Why are Hadith considered important in Islam?
(A) They provide historical anecdotes about the Prophet’s life.
(B) They offer guidance on religious practices and rituals.
(C) They supplement and elucidate the teachings of the Quran.
(D) All of the above

2. : Which of the following is NOT a reason for the importance of Hadith in Islam?
(A) Preservation of the Prophet’s legacy
(B) Clarification of Quranic verses
(C) Cultural significance
(D) Legal and ethical guidance

3. : What role do Hadith play in Islamic jurisprudence?
(A) They serve as the primary source of law.
(B) They provide context for understanding Quranic injunctions.
(C) They help resolve legal disputes.
(D) All of the above

4. : How do scholars authenticate Hadith?
(A) By examining the chain of narrators
(B) By comparing the text with the Quran
(C) By analyzing the content for consistency
(D) All of the above

5. : What distinguishes Sahih al-Bukhari from other Hadith collections?
(A) It contains only authenticated Hadith.
(B) It covers a wide range of topics.
(C) It is organized thematically.
(D) It was compiled by Imam Bukhari.

6. : What criteria must a Hadith meet to be classified as Sahih?
(A) It must have a continuous chain of trustworthy narrators.
(B) It must not contradict the Quran or established Sunnah.
(C) It must be free from defects in narration.
(D) All of the above

7. : Which of the following is NOT one of the six major Hadith collections in Sunni Islam?
(A) Sunan Abu Dawood
(B) Sahih al-Bukhari
(C) Musnad Ibn Hanbal
(D) Sunan al-Tirmidhi

8. : What is the primary purpose of studying Hadith?
(A) To gain historical knowledge
(B) To understand the Prophet’s character
(C) To derive religious rulings
(D) All of the above

9. : Which of the following is NOT a method of Hadith authentication?
(A) Examination of the text for consistency
(B) Analysis of the narrators’ biographies
(C) Comparison with the Bible
(D) Verification of the chain of transmission

10. : How does the Sunnah complement the Quran in Islamic teachings?
(A) It provides additional guidance.
(B) It clarifies ambiguous Quranic verses.
(C) It exemplifies the application of Quranic principles.
(D) All of the above