Islamic History & Culture · 2022

CSS 2022 Islamic History & Culture Paper-I

8 questions from this paper.

  1. Q1
    Explain how the geographical features of the Arabian Peninsula influenced the character and lifestyle of its inhabitants before Islam.
    Past paper Geography of Arabia 20 marks
  2. Q2
    The Holy Prophet (PBUH) was a peacemaker. Discuss this statement in the light of the Treaty of Hudaibiya.
    Past paper Prophethood 20 marks
  3. Q3
    Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) is known as the 'Savior of Islam'. Justify this statement with reference to the Ridda Wars.
    Past paper Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) 20 marks
  4. Q4
    Discuss the administrative system under the Umayyad Caliphate with special reference to the centralization of power.
    Past paper Umayyad Administration 20 marks
  5. Q5
    Discuss the nature and causes of the Abbasid Revolution. How did it change the social fabric of the Muslim Empire?
    Past paper Abbasid Revolution 20 marks
  6. Q6
    Describe the development of Art and Architecture under the Abbasids, highlighting the Persian influence.
    Past paper Art and Architecture 20 marks
  7. Q7
    Critically analyze the contribution of Nizam-ul-Mulk Tusi in the field of administration and education.
    Past paper Islamic Thinkers 20 marks
  8. Q8
    Write short notes on any TWO: (a) Al-Biruni (b) The Kharijites (c) Conquest of North Africa under Walid I.
    Past paper Short Notes 20 marks

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