What is the first pillar of Islam?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Islamic Studies MCQ checks one syllabus fact. Candidates use it for PPSC Lecturer practice.
The question is: “What is the first pillar of Islam?”
The accepted answer is C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith). The five pillars of Islam begin with Shahadah — the testimony that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger. The remaining pillars are Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj.
- A. Salah (Prayer)
Why not A: Salah is the second pillar of Islam.
- B. Zakat
Why not B: Zakat is the third pillar.
- C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith) ✓
- D. Hajj
Why not D: Hajj is the fifth pillar.
Correct answer
C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith)
Explanation
The five pillars of Islam begin with Shahadah — the testimony that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger. The remaining pillars are Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj.
Source: Hadith of Gabriel (Sahih Muslim / Bukhari)
Tags: Hadith
Relevant exams: PPSC Lecturer
Submitted by: MCQsHub Editorial
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