Islamic-Religious-Knowledge Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Islamic Religious Studies, otherwise known as Islamic Religious Knowledge (IRK), is the subject concerned with the study of the Islamic religion.

• Question 471:

  The most important use of Tafsir of the Glorious Qur'an is in the

  Options:
  A) proper understanding of the message
  B) acknowledgement of the spiritual value
  C) application of the legal provisions
  D) interpretation of the moral principle
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 472:

  The Makkan forces were not successful at the battle of Khandaq because they

  Options:
  A) ran out of supplies
  B) were not familiar with the strategy of the Muslims
  C) were not properly coordinated
  D) were afraid of another defeat
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 473:

  The Prophet (S.A.W) enjoins that if anyone sees an abomination, the least thing to do is to

  Options:
  A) turn his eyes away
  B) condemn it in public
  C) change it with his hands
  D) hate it in his heart
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 474:

  The major teaching of Hadith 5 of an-Nawawi centres on

  Options:
  A) intention
  B) worship
  C) faith
  D) innovation
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 475: In sūrah 17:23 ‘Allāh decrees that Options:
  A) none should be worshipped but Him
  B) believers should not say what they will not do
  C) prayers should be observed at their appointed times
  D) no distinction should be made between the properties
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 476:

  The expressions Iqra, allama and al-qalam in Surat al-Alaq emphasize the importance of

  Options:
  A) humility
  B) knowledge
  C) worship
  D) generosity
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 477: Islam as a monotheistic religion expects that every faithful follower should Options:
  A) not tell lies
  B) serve Allah without associates
  C) praise the Prophets as enjoined by Allah
  D) perform Salat.
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 478: The theme of sūrah al-Inshirāh is that Options:
  A) ‘Allāh’s favour is on those who are patient
  B) the Prophet’s name stands high among others
  C) the Prophet’s virtues are always recognized
  D) ‘Allāh always provides a solution to any problem
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 479: An Imam leading prayer, forgetfully rises when he is to sit, he is alerted by saying Options:
  A) astaghfirullah
  B) Allahu Akba
  C) subhānallah
  D) subhāna rabbial Azim.
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 480:

  The Jahiliyyah practice that was gradually phased out is

  Options:
  A) Adultery
  B) gambling
  C) alcoholism
  D) Usury
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  The correct answer is C .