MCQs on Blasphemy Laws in Islam

1. What does the term “blasphemy” generally refer to in Islamic context?
(A) Disobedience to parents
(B) Speaking disrespectfully about sacred figures or beliefs
(C) Breaking civil laws
(D) Lying in court

2. Which primary source is used in Islam to address issues of blasphemy?
(A) Constitution of Madinah
(B) Quran and Sunnah
(C) Modern legislation
(D) Tribal customs

3. What punishment is prescribed in classical Islamic law for intentional blasphemy against the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
(A) Financial penalty
(B) Exile
(C) Capital punishment (subject to judicial process)
(D) Public apology

4. Which Surah of the Quran advises patience when the Prophet (PBUH) is mocked?
(A) Surah Al-Kahf
(B) Surah Al-An’am
(C) Surah Al-Ma’idah
(D) Surah Al-Hijr

5. According to Islamic jurisprudence, accusations of blasphemy must be:
(A) Spread through social media
(B) Based on suspicion
(C) Proven with evidence and handled by qualified courts
(D) Dealt with by the accuser directly

6. In Islamic history, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) responded to personal insults with:
(A) Immediate retaliation
(B) Patience and forgiveness
(C) Imprisonment
(D) Legal threats

7. Which of the following is not a goal of blasphemy laws in Islam?
(A) Protection of religious dignity
(B) Promoting violence
(C) Maintaining public order
(D) Preventing hate speech

8. In Islamic law, what is required before implementing any punishment related to blasphemy?
(A) Social boycott
(B) Fatwa from any scholar
(C) Due process and fair trial by Islamic court
(D) Personal revenge

9. How did early Islamic rulers generally handle non-Muslims who expressed offensive views?
(A) Immediate execution
(B) Exile without trial
(C) Based on treaties and protection agreements
(D) No restrictions whatsoever

10. What is the general Islamic stance on false accusations of blasphemy?
(A) No consequences
(B) Encouraged for the greater good
(C) Considered a serious offense and punishable
(D) Ignored