MCQs on Islam’s Stance on Terrorism and Extremism 50 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/50 Subscribe 1. : What is Islam’s stance on killing innocent people? (A) Encouraged (B) Permissible in war (C) Equal to killing all humanity (D) Recommended for revenge 2. : What does the Quran say about creating disorder (Fasad) in the land? (A) It is rewarded (B) It is permitted during war (C) It is strictly forbidden (D) It is optional 3. : What is the correct meaning of “Jihad” in Islam? (A) Terrorism (B) Armed conflict only (C) Striving in the way of Allah, including self-purification (D) Political war 4. : Which Prophet’s teachings emphasized peace and patience in Islam? (A) Musa (A.S) (B) Isa (A.S) (C) Muhammad (PBUH) (D) Ibrahim (A.S) 5. : Which term is often misunderstood in the West regarding Islam and violence? (A) Sawm (B) Zakat (C) Jihad (D) Hajj 6. : What does Islam promote in dealing with conflicts? (A) Aggression (B) Peace and reconciliation (C) Violence (D) Intimidation 7. : Who was known for forgiving even his enemies, setting a peaceful example in Islam? (A) Abu Bakr (RA) (B) Ali (RA) (C) Umar (RA) (D) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) 8. : What is the Islamic punishment for killing an innocent person unjustly? (A) Praise (B) Equal retaliation (Qisas) (C) Ignored (D) Immediate reward 9. : How does Islam view extremism in religion? (A) Encouraged (B) Condemned (C) Required (D) Praised 10. : Which Hadith warns against extremism? (A) “Seek knowledge…” (B) “Beware of extremism, for those before you were destroyed by it.” (C) “Feed the hungry…” (D) “Visit the sick…” 11. : What is a root cause of terrorism according to Islamic scholars? (A) Islam (B) Ignorance and political agendas (C) Worship (D) Charity 12. : What is the goal of Islam in terms of society? (A) Domination (B) Corruption (C) Justice and peace (D) Isolation 13. : What did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) establish in Madinah? (A) Kingdom (B) Warzone (C) Peaceful society with rights for all (D) Dictatorship 14. : Which of the following is not a teaching of Islam? (A) Kindness (B) Mercy (C) Oppression (D) Justice 15. : What is Islam’s view on suicide bombings? (A) Permissible (B) Heroic (C) Absolutely forbidden (D) Religious obligation 16. : According to Islam, who will face severe punishment in the hereafter? (A) Peaceful people (B) Those who cause terror and corruption (C) Honest workers (D) Charity givers 17. : Who said, “The best among you are those who bring benefit to others”? (A) Abu Hurairah (B) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) (C) Imam Ghazali (D) Umar bin Abdul Aziz 18. : How are non-Muslims protected in an Islamic state? (A) Killed (B) Ignored (C) Granted full rights and protection (D) Abused 19. : Which Quranic verse supports religious tolerance? (A) “There is no compulsion in religion” (B) “Kill the disbelievers” (C) “Fight everyone” (D) “Destroy places of worship” 20. : What is Islam’s approach to war? (A) Attack first (B) Defensive only when necessary (C) Kill civilians (D) Invade without reason 21. : What does Islam say about harming women and children in conflict? (A) Allowed (B) Praiseworthy (C) Forbidden (D) Optional 22. : What is a common misconception about Islam and terrorism? (A) Islam promotes peace (B) All Muslims are terrorists (C) Muslims pray five times a day (D) Muslims give charity 23. : Who are the Khawarij in Islamic history? (A) A peaceful group (B) Scholars (C) Early extremists who deviated from Islam (D) Prophets 24. : Which act is considered one of the biggest sins in Islam? (A) Lying (B) Missing prayer (C) Killing an innocent person (D) Sleeping late 25. : Who has the right to declare war in Islam? (A) Any Muslim (B) Scholars (C) Government or state authority (D) Social media 26. : What should Muslims do in response to false accusations of terrorism? (A) Stay silent (B) Respond with violence (C) Educate and clarify with knowledge (D) Ignore everything 27. : What is the effect of extremism on the image of Islam? (A) Enhances it (B) Promotes peace (C) Distorts and harms it (D) Strengthens unity 28. : Which Islamic principle helps counter extremism? (A) Revenge (B) Mercy (C) Intolerance (D) Hatred 29. : How can Muslims promote the true image of Islam? (A) Through aggressive action (B) By preaching hatred (C) By living as peaceful, kind citizens (D) By isolating from society 30. : What is the meaning of “Islam”? (A) War (B) Fear (C) Submission and peace (D) Extremism 31. : What does Islam say about justice? (A) Apply only to Muslims (B) Favour the rich (C) Stand firmly for justice even against oneself (D) Ignore others 32. : What do extremists often ignore in their actions? (A) Quran and Sunnah (B) Emotions (C) Culture (D) Language 33. : How did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) respond to violence? (A) With retaliation (B) With patience and peace (C) With silence (D) With curses 34. : What should be done to counter radicalization? (A) Promote ignorance (B) Block education (C) Spread awareness and true Islamic teachings (D) Encourage hate speech 35. : What is a peaceful Islamic alternative to terrorism? (A) Dialogue and understanding (B) Violence (C) Revenge (D) Anarchy 36. : Which value does Islam emphasize when dealing with others? (A) Harshness (B) Justice and compassion (C) Betrayal (D) Force 37. : What should Muslims reject according to the Prophet’s teachings? (A) Peace (B) Kindness (C) Hatred and division (D) Brotherhood 38. : What does Islam say about harming religious leaders of other faiths? (A) Encouraged (B) Tolerated (C) Prohibited (D) Compulsory 39. : In which battle did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) prohibit harming captives? (A) Badr (B) Uhud (C) Tabuk (D) Hunayn 40. : What term is often wrongly associated with Islam? (A) Extremism (B) Faith (C) Prayer (D) Fasting 41. : Who are the victims of terrorism the most? (A) Westerners only (B) Muslims themselves (C) Tourists (D) Politicians 42. : What does the Quran say about unjust aggression? (A) Fight back always (B) Stand down (C) Fight only in self-defense (D) Promote fear 43. : What can prevent youth from joining extremist groups? (A) Isolation (B) Hate speech (C) Education and engagement (D) Propaganda 44. : What is Islam’s message to humanity? (A) Destruction (B) Hatred (C) Mercy and guidance (D) Political takeover 45. : Who best represents true Islam? (A) Terrorists (B) Scholars and peaceful Muslims (C) Militants (D) Political leaders 46. : What does “Fasad” in Islamic context mean? (A) Celebration (B) Corruption and chaos (C) Wisdom (D) Worship 47. : What does Islam promote during times of injustice? (A) Aggression (B) Corruption (C) Patience and peaceful resistance (D) Abandoning religion 48. : What is Islam’s role in today’s peaceful societies? (A) Threat (B) Disturbance (C) Contributor to peace and coexistence (D) Conflict initiator 49. : How should Islamic leaders counter terrorism? (A) Deny its existence (B) Promote it silently (C) Publicly condemn and educate followers (D) Encourage revenge 50. : What message did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) give after conquering Makkah? (A) No mercy (B) Kill all enemies (C) General amnesty and forgiveness (D) Enslavement