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The Islamic Legal System

Description: The Islamic Legal System is a complex and comprehensive legal system that has been in existence for centuries. It is based on the teachings of the Quran and the Sunnah, and it covers a wide range of topics, including criminal law, family law, and commercial law. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Islamic Legal System.
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What is the primary source of law in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Qiyas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Quran is the primary source of law in the Islamic Legal System. It is considered to be the direct word of God, and it contains a number of legal injunctions that are binding on all Muslims.

What is the secondary source of law in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Qiyas


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sunnah is the secondary source of law in the Islamic Legal System. It consists of the sayings, actions, and tacit approvals of the Prophet Muhammad. The Sunnah is considered to be a reliable source of law because it is believed to be a reflection of the Prophet's understanding of the Quran.

What is the third source of law in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Qiyas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Ijma is the third source of law in the Islamic Legal System. It is the consensus of the Muslim community on a particular legal issue. The Ijma is considered to be a reliable source of law because it is believed to reflect the collective wisdom of the Muslim community.

What is the fourth source of law in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Qiyas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Qiyas is the fourth source of law in the Islamic Legal System. It is the process of analogical reasoning, whereby a new legal issue is decided by reference to a similar issue that has already been decided. The Qiyas is considered to be a reliable source of law because it is based on the principle of justice and equity.

What are the two main schools of thought in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The Sunni and the Shia

  2. The Hanafi and the Maliki

  3. The Shafi'i and the Hanbali

  4. The Zaidi and the Isma'ili


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The two main schools of thought in the Islamic Legal System are the Sunni and the Shia. The Sunni are the majority sect of Islam, and they believe that the Prophet Muhammad appointed Abu Bakr as his successor. The Shia believe that the Prophet Muhammad appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib as his successor.

What are the four main schools of law in the Sunni tradition?

  1. The Hanafi, the Maliki, the Shafi'i, and the Hanbali

  2. The Hanafi, the Maliki, the Shafi'i, and the Zaidi

  3. The Hanafi, the Maliki, the Shafi'i, and the Isma'ili

  4. The Hanafi, the Maliki, the Shafi'i, and the Ibadi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four main schools of law in the Sunni tradition are the Hanafi, the Maliki, the Shafi'i, and the Hanbali. These schools are named after their founders, Abu Hanifa, Malik ibn Anas, al-Shafi'i, and Ahmad ibn Hanbal.

What are the three main schools of law in the Shia tradition?

  1. The Ja'fari, the Zaydi, and the Isma'ili

  2. The Ja'fari, the Zaydi, and the Ibadi

  3. The Ja'fari, the Zaydi, and the Zaidiyyah

  4. The Ja'fari, the Zaydi, and the Batiniyyah


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three main schools of law in the Shia tradition are the Ja'fari, the Zaydi, and the Isma'ili. These schools are named after their founders, Ja'far al-Sadiq, Zayd ibn Ali, and Isma'il ibn Jafar.

What is the main source of law in the Ja'fari school of law?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Hadith


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main source of law in the Ja'fari school of law is the Hadith. The Hadith are the sayings, actions, and tacit approvals of the Prophet Muhammad and his Ahl al-Bayt (family).

What is the main source of law in the Zaydi school of law?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Qiyas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main source of law in the Zaydi school of law is the Quran. The Zaydi believe that the Quran is the only source of law that is binding on all Muslims.

What is the main source of law in the Isma'ili school of law?

  1. The Quran

  2. The Sunnah

  3. The Ijma

  4. The Ta'wil


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main source of law in the Isma'ili school of law is the Ta'wil. The Ta'wil is the allegorical interpretation of the Quran and the Sunnah.

What is the main difference between the Sunni and Shia schools of law?

  1. The Sunni believe that the Prophet Muhammad appointed Abu Bakr as his successor, while the Shia believe that he appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib.

  2. The Sunni believe that the Quran is the only source of law, while the Shia believe that the Quran and the Sunnah are both sources of law.

  3. The Sunni believe that the Ijma is a reliable source of law, while the Shia believe that it is not.

  4. The Sunni believe that the Qiyas is a reliable source of law, while the Shia believe that it is not.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main difference between the Sunni and Shia schools of law is that the Sunni believe that the Prophet Muhammad appointed Abu Bakr as his successor, while the Shia believe that he appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib.

What is the main difference between the Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali schools of law?

  1. They differ in their interpretation of the Quran and the Sunnah.

  2. They differ in their methodology of deriving legal rulings.

  3. They differ in their views on the role of the state in society.

  4. They differ in their views on the relationship between religion and politics.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main difference between the Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali schools of law is that they differ in their interpretation of the Quran and the Sunnah.

What is the main difference between the Ja'fari, Zaydi, and Isma'ili schools of law?

  1. They differ in their interpretation of the Quran and the Sunnah.

  2. They differ in their methodology of deriving legal rulings.

  3. They differ in their views on the role of the state in society.

  4. They differ in their views on the relationship between religion and politics.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main difference between the Ja'fari, Zaydi, and Isma'ili schools of law is that they differ in their interpretation of the Quran and the Sunnah.

What is the role of the state in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. The state is responsible for enforcing the law.

  2. The state is responsible for interpreting the law.

  3. The state is responsible for making the law.

  4. The state is responsible for all of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The state is responsible for enforcing the law, interpreting the law, and making the law.

What is the relationship between religion and politics in the Islamic Legal System?

  1. Religion and politics are separate spheres.

  2. Religion and politics are intertwined.

  3. Religion is subordinate to politics.

  4. Politics is subordinate to religion.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Religion and politics are intertwined in the Islamic Legal System. The Quran and the Sunnah provide guidance on a wide range of political issues, such as the role of the state, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and the conduct of war.

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