Zihar in Muslim Law

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What is the definition of Zihar in Muslim Law?

  1. A form of divorce in which the husband compares his wife to his mother or sister.

  2. A form of marriage in which the husband gives his wife a dowry.

  3. A form of inheritance in which the wife inherits from her husband.

  4. A form of guardianship in which the husband is the guardian of his wife.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zihar is a form of divorce in which the husband compares his wife to his mother or sister. This is considered to be a very serious offense in Islam, and it can lead to the dissolution of the marriage.

What are the consequences of Zihar?

  1. The husband must pay his wife a large sum of money.

  2. The husband must divorce his wife.

  3. The husband must perform a ritual of expiation.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The consequences of Zihar include the husband paying his wife a large sum of money, divorcing his wife, and performing a ritual of expiation. The ritual of expiation involves fasting for two months, feeding sixty poor people, or freeing a slave.

Can Zihar be revoked?

  1. Yes, if the husband and wife agree to it.

  2. No, it cannot be revoked.

  3. Yes, if the husband performs a ritual of expiation.

  4. Yes, if the wife forgives the husband.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Zihar can be revoked if the husband performs a ritual of expiation. This ritual involves fasting for two months, feeding sixty poor people, or freeing a slave.

What is the difference between Zihar and Ila?

  1. Zihar is a form of divorce, while Ila is a form of separation.

  2. Zihar is a form of separation, while Ila is a form of divorce.

  3. There is no difference between Zihar and Ila.

  4. Both Zihar and Ila are forms of divorce.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zihar is a form of divorce in which the husband compares his wife to his mother or sister. Ila is a form of separation in which the husband vows to abstain from sexual relations with his wife for a period of time.

What are the grounds for divorce in Muslim Law?

  1. Desertion, cruelty, and insanity.

  2. Adultery, apostasy, and impotence.

  3. All of the above.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The grounds for divorce in Muslim Law include desertion, cruelty, insanity, adultery, apostasy, and impotence.

What is the procedure for divorce in Muslim Law?

  1. The husband must pronounce the word 'talaq' three times.

  2. The wife must file a petition for divorce with the court.

  3. The husband and wife must agree to a divorce.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for divorce in Muslim Law involves the husband pronouncing the word 'talaq' three times, the wife filing a petition for divorce with the court, and the husband and wife agreeing to a divorce.

What are the rights of a divorced woman in Muslim Law?

  1. She is entitled to maintenance from her husband.

  2. She is entitled to the custody of her children.

  3. She is entitled to inherit from her husband.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A divorced woman in Muslim Law is entitled to maintenance from her husband, the custody of her children, and the right to inherit from her husband.

What is the difference between a Sunni and a Shia Muslim?

  1. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, while Shia Muslims follow the teachings of the Imams.

  2. Sunni Muslims believe in the Quran and the Sunnah, while Shia Muslims believe in the Quran and the Hadith.

  3. Sunni Muslims pray five times a day, while Shia Muslims pray three times a day.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, while Shia Muslims follow the teachings of the Imams. Sunni Muslims believe in the Quran and the Sunnah, while Shia Muslims believe in the Quran and the Hadith. Sunni Muslims pray five times a day, while Shia Muslims pray three times a day.

What is the largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Pakistan

  3. India

  4. Bangladesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 200 million Muslims.

What is the second largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Pakistan

  2. India

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Turkey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pakistan is the second largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 180 million Muslims.

What is the third largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. India

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Turkey

  4. Iran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India is the third largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 170 million Muslims.

What is the fourth largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Turkey

  3. Iran

  4. Egypt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bangladesh is the fourth largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 150 million Muslims.

What is the fifth largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Turkey

  2. Iran

  3. Egypt

  4. Nigeria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Turkey is the fifth largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 70 million Muslims.

What is the sixth largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Iran

  2. Egypt

  3. Nigeria

  4. Algeria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iran is the sixth largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 60 million Muslims.

What is the seventh largest Muslim country in the world?

  1. Egypt

  2. Nigeria

  3. Algeria

  4. Morocco


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Egypt is the seventh largest Muslim country in the world, with a population of over 50 million Muslims.

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