Shahada (Declaration of faith) (Islamic Study) MCQsBy: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025 30 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. : What is the Shahada? (A) The pilgrimage to Mecca (B) Fasting during Ramadan (C) The declaration of faith in Islam (D) Charity to the poor 2. : What is the significance of the Shahada in Islam? (A) It marks the beginning of Ramadan (B) It signifies the acceptance of Islam and the unity of God (C) It commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (D) It celebrates the end of Hajj 3. : How many parts are there in the Shahada? (A) One (B) Two (C) Three (D) Four 4. : What are the two parts of the Shahada? (A) Belief in Allah and His angels (B) Belief in Allah and the Quran (C) There is no god but Allah, Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah (D) There is no god but Allah, and He has no partners 5. : What does the first part of the Shahada affirm? (A) The oneness of Allah (B) The importance of prayer (C) The obligation to perform Hajj (D) The significance of charity 6. : What does the second part of the Shahada affirm? (A) The importance of fasting (B) The duty to perform Zakat (C) The authority of the Quran (D) The prophethood of Muhammad 7. : Who recites the Shahada? (A) Only Muslims during Ramadan (B) Only Muslims during Hajj (C) Only Muslims during Friday prayers (D) Anyone converting to Islam 8. : When is the Shahada recited? (A) During the call to prayer (B) During the five daily prayers (C) During the funeral prayer (D) All of the above 9. : What is the purpose of reciting the Shahada? (A) To seek forgiveness from Allah (B) To express gratitude for blessings (C) To affirm one’s faith in Islam (D) To fulfill a religious obligation 10. : Which pillar of Islam does the Shahada represent? (A) Salat (prayer) (B) Sawm (fasting) (C) Zakat (charity) (D) Hajj (pilgrimage) 11. : What does the Shahada symbolize for Muslims? (A) Obedience to religious leaders (B) Devotion to family (C) Submission to the will of Allah (D) Loyalty to the Quran 12. : Who is considered a witness to the Shahada? (A) The local Imam (B) The person reciting it (C) Close family members (D) The entire Muslim community 13. : What does the Shahada emphasize? (A) The importance of education (B) The significance of community service (C) The fundamental beliefs of Islam (D) The need for physical fitness 14. : What is the primary language of the Shahada? (A) Arabic (B) Urdu (C) English (D) Persian 15. : How many times a day do Muslims recite the Shahada during their prayers? (A) Once (B) Twice (C) Three times (D) Four times 16. : What does the recitation of the Shahada signify during the funeral prayer? (A) The deceased’s commitment to charity (B) The deceased’s acceptance into paradise (C) The deceased’s belief in the afterlife (D) The deceased’s adherence to religious rituals 17. : What is the Shahada also known as? (A) The Testimony of Faith (B) The Journey to Mecca (C) The Night of Power (D) The Feast of Sacrifice 18. : In which Surah of the Quran is the Shahada mentioned? (A) Surah Al-Fatihah (B) Surah Al-Ikhlas (C) Surah Al-Baqarah (D) Surah Al-Anfal 19. : What does the Shahada serve as for Muslims? (A) A reminder of their duties (B) A declaration of their identity (C) A guide for daily living (D) All of the above 20. : What is the significance of the Shahada for new converts to Islam? (A) It marks the beginning of their spiritual journey (B) It grants them access to paradise (C) It frees them from all past sins (D) It requires them to perform additional rituals 21. : How does the Shahada influence a Muslim’s daily life? (A) It reminds them to follow cultural traditions (B) It reinforces their commitment to Islamic beliefs (C) It restricts their daily activities (D) It promotes political engagement 22. : What is a requirement for someone to become a Muslim? (A) Performing Hajj (B) Reading the Quran (C) Reciting the Shahada with conviction (D) Donating to charity 23. : What aspect of Islamic belief does the second part of the Shahada emphasize? (A) The importance of charity (B) The belief in prophets (C) The power of angels (D) The significance of prayer 24. : What does the first part of the Shahada declare? (A) Belief in the hereafter (B) That Muhammad is the last prophet (C) That there is no god but Allah (D) That Muslims must pray five times a day 25. : How is the Shahada related to Islamic monotheism? (A) It supports belief in many gods (B) It promotes idol worship (C) It affirms the oneness of God (D) It mentions various religious figures 26. : Why is the Shahada important in Islamic rituals? (A) It brings wealth (B) It allows participation in political activities (C) It establishes a connection with Allah (D) It replaces the need for prayer 27. : How do Muslims express their acceptance of faith publicly? (A) By donating to charity (B) By observing Ramadan (C) By reciting the Shahada (D) By visiting a mosque 28. : Which part of the Shahada confirms belief in Muhammad? (A) The opening verse (B) The phrase “La ilaha illallah” (C) The words “Muhammadur Rasulullah” (D) The reference to the Quran 29. : What is the effect of sincerely believing in and reciting the Shahada? (A) It ensures one’s social status (B) It is enough for salvation (C) It makes one a Muslim (D) It grants religious authority 30. : What role does the Shahada play in Islamic prayers? 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