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ISLAMIC HISTORY AND CULTURE - I

STUDY PLAN ACCORDING TO QUESTION ANALYSIS OF PAST PAPERS

STUDY AREA-I: THE ANCIENT ARABIA

2010 - Point out the major world civilizations at the dawn of Islam, with special emphasis on
their intellectual activities and socio-political institutions.

2008- Before the advent of Islam, the Arabs had no central government and lived mainly a
nomadic life in their tribes and were often engaged in the tribal feuds among themselves. Please
read the above passage carefully and write an essay of 300 words

2006-Critically analyze the intellectual, economic, religious, political and social state of affairs
of the world before the advent of Islam. How did Islam bring about reformative change in the
situation?

2005-The advent of Islam resulted in a new socio-political, economic and religious revolution in
the history of the world. Discuss.

2003-Write a comprehensive note on the social, economic, religious and political state of affairs
of the pre-Islamic world and highlight the revolutionary changes brought by Islam in human
thinking and behavior.

2002- Give a brief best meaning sketch of socio-political conditions prevailing in the Byzantine
and the Sasanian empires on the eve of Islam. What was the significance of Islam in the context
of those conditions.

2001- Give a brief outline of the history and civilization of ancient Babylonia.

1999- Give a description of the social, political and religious conditions of the Arabs before the
advent of Islam.

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Byzantine Empire
ii- Babylonian Empire
iii- Sassanid Empire
iv- Social, political, religious, economic conditions in these Empires
v- Conditions of Arabia before the advent of Islam
vi- Impact of Islam on these civilizations
vii- Significance of Islam as a Revolutionary force.

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STUDY AREA-II: THE HOLY PROPHET( P.B.U.H)

2010 - Teachings of the Holy Prophet laid the foundations of a new and revolutionary world
order. Comment

2010 - HIJRAH was the turning point in the history of Islam. Discuss

2009-The Holy Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) gave a charter for the welfare of humanity.
Discuss the salient feature of that charter.

2006- Write a note on Mithaq-e-Madina and Sulh-i-Hudaibia and highlight how Prophet opted
for peaceful solution of the crises ahead of him?

2005-Write down a detailed note on the difficulties and sufferings the Prophet and his
companions had to face during Makkah period.

2005-Write a comprehensive essay on the teachings of the Holy Prophet(PBUH)

2004- Highlight the last 23 years of the Holy Prophet’s life. In way of complete study as a
preacher of Islam in view of the Holy Quran and Sunnah.

2003-Explain in the light Mithq-e-Madina, Sulh Hudaibiya and Conquest of Makkah that the
prophet was a peacemaker and not a warmonger.

2002-Never in the annals of history any conquest has been so peaceful as the conquest of
Makkah explain.

2001-Discuss the achievements of the Holy prophet as a social

1999-What were the causes that led to the Battle of Ahzab? Critically explain the causes
responsible for the success of Muslims.

1992-Discuss the last sermon of the Holy Prophet as a comprehensive charter of human rights.

1998- “Battle of Badar laid the foundation of Muhammad’s temporal power.Islamhad won its 1st
decisive military victory”.Discuss.

1986-The Treaty of Hudaibya has been called Clear Victory by the Holy Quran .Justify this in
the light of the events that took place after that teaty.

1986-Discuss that the Hijrat of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) from Makkah to Madina was a turning
point in the history of Islam.

1985- Give an account of the relations between Muslims and Jews of Madina from the time of
establishment of the state of Madina to the battle of Ditch.

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MAIN FOCUS:
i- Hijra as a turning point in Islamic history
ii- Significance of Charter of Madina
iii- Treaty of Hudaiba
iv- Conquest of Makkah
v- Last Sermon
vi- Prophet as a Social Reformer
vii- Life and teachings of the Prophet (Analysis)
viii- Difficulties faced by the Holy Prophet
ix- Prophet as a teacher, soldier etc

STUDY AREA-III : ORTHODOX CALIPHS ( KHULFAI RASHIDIN)

PAST PAPRS: GENERAL QUESTIONS

2009- Give an account on the expansion of the Islamic state during the period of Orthodox
Caliphs.

1990- Discuss the merits and demerits of present system of election and compare it with the
system that was adopted in electing the Khulfai Rashidin)

1987-Write down a comprehensive note on the collection and preservation of the Holy Quran
during the period of Khulfai Rashidin.

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Collection and preservation of Holy Quran
ii- Expansion of Islamic State
iii- Election of Khulfai Rashidin
iv- Character and achievements in general

STUDY AREA- IV: HAZRAT ABUBAKAR (RTA)

PAST PAPERS:
2007- Estimate the role of Hazrat Abu Bakr as a protector of Islam.

2002- Highlight the achievements of Hazrat Abu Bakr as the 1st caliph
.
1998- What led to the Ridda wars after the death of the Holy prophet and how effectively did
Abu Bakr deal with the situation
.
1995- Write a comprehensive note on the Muslim’s conquests during the time of Hazrat Abu
Bakr.

1990- Enumerate the problems that Hazrat Abu Bakr had to face just after being elected as
Khalifa and show how he solved the problems.

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MAIN FOCUS:
i- Analysis of Abu Bakr as the 1st Caliph
ii- Problems he faced
iii- His achievements
iv- Military Expeditions

STUDY AREA- V: HAZRAT UMER FAROOQ (RTA)

2006- Write a comprehensive note on the administration/management and reforms of Hazrat

Umar as a caliph

2005- Highlight the character of Hazrat Umer and the expansion of Muslim domain during his
caliphate.

2004- Short note on Hazrat Umer Farooq

2003- Highlight Hazrat Umer as a pioneer of the concept of welfare state.

2001- Narrate the achievements of Hazrat Umer as a Conquerer and administrator.

1987-Discuss the socio-economic institutions established by Hazrat Umer and their effects on
Muslim society.

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Election as a Caliph
ii- Administrative Reforms
iii- Military Expeditions
iv- Analysis of Character and Achievements

STUDY AREA- VI: HAZRAT USMAN GHANI (RTA)

2010 - Give a critical study of the causes and consequences of the political and ideological
differences raised after the assassination of Hazrat Usman Ghani?

1991-Analyse the charges against Usman the 3rd Caliph.

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Election of Hazrat Usman
ii- Charges against him
iii- Achievements

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STUDY AREA- VII: UMMAYAD DYNASTY

2005- Highlight the central and provincial administrative structure of Umayyads

2003- How did Shias and Kharjis emerge?compare their believes and political thoughts

2002-Discuss the emergence of Ummayads with special refrence to the role of Amir Muawiyah.

2000-Bring into light the administrative reforms of Abdul Malik.Do you agree with the view that
he was the real founder of the Ummayad dynasty? Give reasons.

1998- Causes of the decline and fall of Ummayad dynasty.

1991- Umer Bin Abdul Aziz’s reign was the revival of Khilafat-e- Rashida .Discuss

1996- Discuss the expansion of Muslim empire under Walid Bin Abd al Malik.

1994- Discuss the development of Arts, Sciences and architecture during the Ummayad
Caliphate.

1988- How did the character and state policy of Amir Muawiyah affect the course of the Islamic
state?Give a detailed estimate of this work.

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Emergence of Ummayads
ii- Administrative set up of Ummayads
iii- Expansion of Islamic Empire by Ummayads
iv- Character and achievements of :
- Amir Muawiyah
- Abdul Malik Bin Marwan
- Walid bin Abdul Malik
- Umer bin Abdul Aziz
v- Emergence of Shias, Kharjites, Mutalzites ect
vi- Causes of the Downfall of Ummayads

STUDY AREA- VIII: THE ABBASID DYNESTY

2010 - Write essay on Any One of the following

i- Baghdad under early Abbasids
ii- Philosophical progress of the Muslims during the Abbasid period

2009- How did the Abbasid court patronize the philosophical, scientific and literary progress?
2008-Describe in detail the Revenue System of the Abbasid.

2007- Write an essay on the scientific and literary progress of the Muslims during the Abbasid
period.

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2006- Highlight the contribution of the Abbasids towards education, people’s welfare and
culture.

2005- Abbasid period was the golden period for the progress of different sciences and
arts.Discuss

2004- Write a detailed note on the agricultural prosperity during the regime of Abbasids
.
1991- Write a detailed note on the administration of Abbasids
.
1989- Development of Schools of Fiqh during Abbasid period.

1985- What were the sources of revenue during Abbasid period?

MAIN FOCUS:
i- Establishment of Abbasid Dynasty
ii- Development of Sciences, Arts ,Philosophy
iii- Literature,Islamic Fiqh,Agriculture etc
iv- Administration under Abbasids
v- Services rendered for Educational development
vi- Sources of Revenue
vii- Prominent Caliphs and their achievements
viii- Causes of the downfall

STUDY AREA- VIII: GENERAL QUESTIONS

2010 - Critically evaluate the ottomans administrative reforms with special reference to
TANZIMAT.

2010 - In what respect Islamic political system is different from western secular democracy,
theocracy and monarchy?

2008- Highlight comprehensively at least 15 outstanding functions of the Holy Quran covering
human life in general

2008- What do you understand by Kasb e Hilal?In this regard you are advised to write
commandments from the Holy Quran and FIVE from Hadith.

2008- How many Schools of Thought are there in Islamic FIQH? Discuss all these in detail

2007- Determine the basic characteristics of ECONOMIC SYSTEM of Islam.

2004- Define the term POLYGAMY? Describe the term Nisa in view of behaviour, value and
character of human life according to Islamic thought of school.

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1989- Discuss the role of Shura in an Islamic political system. What are the required
qualifications for the members of Shura and for the head of state

1988-Define and explain the purpose of Zakat and its effects to remove the inequality and
poverty from the Muslim society.

1986-Discuss in detail that Islam was not spread by the sword.

1985- Discuss the institution of Hajj and its possible influence in bringing about unity of the
Muslim world.

MAIN AREAS:
i- Basic Systems given by Islam (Political, Economic etc)
ii- Islamic Schools of Thought (Fiqeh)
iii- Pillars of Islam
iv- Problems faced by Muslims

STUDY AREA- IX: SHORT NOTES

2009:
2008
i- Ashra Mubashra
i- Islamic contribution to anatomy,
ii- Khul Fai Rashidin
pharmacy and botany
iii- Ibn Khaldun
iv- Al-Mauta
ii- The economic system in Islam
v- Damascus Mosque
iii- Values of Islamic state under
vi- Dome of the Rock
Abbasid
vii- Samarrah

2007:
i- Hilf Al Fudul 2006:
ii- Khazraj i- The Holy Prophet as a Qazi/judge
iii- Jabia Conference ii- Battle of Tabuk
iv- Baital Hikmat iii- Ottoman Tanzimat
v- Smarrah iv- Mamun al Rashid
vi- Al Mauta

2005:
i- The Holy Prophet as a Teacher
ii- Hazrat Usman Ghani
iii- Battle of Siffin 2004:
iv- Walid Bin Abdul malik i- Hazrat Umer Farooq
ii- Hazrat Umer Bin Abdul Aziz
iii- Mamoon Rashid

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