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Back (The “Distinction-Level” Fact)

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Literal Meaning of “Al-Kitab”

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“The Book” or “The Scripture.”

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The 4 Heavenly Books & Prophets

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  1. Torah: Moses (Musa). 2. Psalms: David (Dawud). 3. Gospel: Jesus (Isa). 4. Quran: Muhammad (PBUH).
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Quranic Revelation Period

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Revealed in stages over 23 years (started 610 CE).

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Meaning of “Eternal” & “Universal”

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Eternal: Rules last until Judgment Day. Universal: For all nations/countries.

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Etymology of “Aqeeda”

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Derived from ‘aqad’ (عقد), meaning to “tie a knot” or “bind firmly.”

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Aqeeda vs. Arkan e Islam

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Aqeeda: Internal beliefs (Heart). Arkan: External actions (5 Pillars).

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The 5 Articles of Faith (Iman)

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Belief in: Allah, Angels, Books, Prophets, and the Last Day.

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Definition of Tawhid

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The uniqueness and absolute Oneness of Allah.

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Major Shirk (Shirk al-Akbar)

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Outright polytheism (e.g., worshipping idols); expels one from Islam.

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Minor Shirk (Shirk al-Asghar)

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Doing good deeds for show (Riyaa) or swearing by others.

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“Toheed-e-Kamal”

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When a human relies only on God, becoming free from all other slavery.

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Nabi vs. Rasool

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Nabi: Receives guidance. Rasool: Higher rank; receives a specific Message (Risalah) and Book.

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Number of Prophets

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Approximately 124,000 sent; 25 mentioned by name in the Quran.

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First & Last Prophets

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First: Hazrat Adam. Last: Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH).

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Attributes of Angels

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Created from light, no physical bodies, no free will, cannot disobey.

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Angel Jibril (Gabriel)

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Chief messenger; delivered revelations to prophets.

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Angel Mika’il (Michael)

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Angel of mercy; provides sustenance (rain/food).

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Angel Israfil

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Tasked with blowing the trumpet for the Day of Judgment.

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Malak al-Mawt (Azra’il)

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The Angel of Death; responsible for taking souls.

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Kiraman Katibin

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Two angels who record every good and bad deed of a person.

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Munkar and Nakir

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Angels who question the deceased in the grave.

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Guardians of Jannah & Jahannam

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Jannah: Ridwan. Jahannam: Malik.

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4 Obligatory Acts (Faraid) of Wudu

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  1. Wash face. 2. Wash arms to elbows. 3. Wipe 1/4th head. 4. Wash feet to ankles.
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Wudu: The "Fingernail" Rule
Leaving a spot the size of a fingernail dry renders Wudu invalid.
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Wudu: "Khilaal"
Passing wet fingers through fingers or the beard to ensure water reaches skin.
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Definition of "Miswak"
A tooth stick (traditionally Arak tree) used for oral/spiritual purity.
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3 Obligations of Tayammum
1. Intention (Niyyah). 2. Wiping the face. 3. Wiping hands/arms.
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When to use Tayammum?
No water, health risk, extreme cold, or extreme time constraint.
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The 5 Pillars (Arkan e Islam)
1. Shahadah. 2. Salah. 3. Zakat. 4. Sawm. 5. Hajj.
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First question on Judgment Day
A person will be asked about their Salah (Prayer) first.
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Salah: Age Milestones
Start at 7 years; firm instruction/discipline at 10 years.
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Definition of "Fasiq"
A disobedient person who delays prayer out of laziness/negligence.
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8 Conditions (Before Namaz)
Islam, Sanity, Puberty, Taharat, Wudu/Ghusl, Time, Qiblah, Niyyah.
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10 Arkan (Inside Namaz)
Takbeer-e-Tahrima, Qiyaam, Qiraat, Ruku, Rising, Sajdah, Sitting, Tuma'ninah, Tashahhud, Tasleem.
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Meaning of "Tuma'ninah"
Remaining calm and steady in every posture of prayer.
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Definition of Sawm (Fasting)
Abstaining from food/drink/sin from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib).
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"Makroohaat-e-Roza"
Disliked acts: Tasting food unnecessarily, deliberate vomiting, backbiting.
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Qaza vs. Kaffarah
Qaza: Day-for-day makeup. Kaffarah: 60 consecutive days for deliberate breaking.
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Zakat: Obligatory Year
2nd Year Hijrah (624 CE) in Medina.
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Zakat: Rate & Duration
2.5% (1/40th) of surplus wealth held for one lunar year.
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Gold & Silver Nisab
Gold: 87.48g (7.5 tola). Silver: 612.36g (52.5 tola).
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Animal Zakat (Nisab)
Sheep/Goats: 40. Cattle: 30. Camels: 5.
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Zakat on Minerals (Rikaz)
20% (one-fifth); payable immediately upon extraction.
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Symbolism of Ihram (Hajj)
Simple white cloth representing equality of all believers before Allah.
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The Durand Line Dispute
Root of Pak-Afghan tension; Afghanistan refused to recognize the 1893 border.
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King Zahir Shah (1968)
Visited Pakistan; first major attempt at peaceful relations with Afghanistan.
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RCD vs. ECO Timeline
1964: RCD (Pak, Iran, Turkey). 1985: Renamed ECO. 1992: Central Asian states joined.
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1st Islamic Summit (1969)
Held in Rabat, Morocco after the fire at Al-Aqsa Mosque.
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2nd Islamic Summit (1974)
Held in Lahore; attended by 37 heads of state.
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SEATO (1954) & CENTO (1955)
Defense treaties Pakistan joined to get US aid against India/Afghanistan.
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The 1962 Turning Point
US gave arms to India; Pakistan began seeking an independent foreign policy.
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Pressler Amendment (1990)
US sanctions on Pakistan due to its nuclear program after Soviets left Afghanistan.
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UN Security Council Power
15 members; 5 Permanent members have "Veto" power.
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UN General Assembly Voting
Every state has one vote; 2/3 majority needed for important matters.
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Why is the "Karez" used?
Underground tunnels in Balochistan to prevent water evaporation.
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The "Objective Resolution"
Passed in 1949; declared Pakistan an Islamic Democratic state.
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The 1973 Constitution
Established a Bicameral legislature (National Assembly and Senate).
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"Pink Gold" (Salt)
Found in the Khewra Mines; 2nd largest salt deposit in the world.
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Chromite Location
Found in Muslim Bagh, Balochistan; used for making high-grade steel.
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Sialkot’s Major Industry
Sports goods (footballs) and surgical instruments.
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