Islamiat MCQ #1177

The concept of "Walayah" in Shia Islam refers to the:

Islamiat MCQ #1177

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The concept of "Walayah" in Shia Islam refers to the:

    • A) The finality of prophethood
    • B) Belief in the oneness of God
    • C) Guardianship and authority of the Imams
    • D) The practice of taqiyya

    Answer: Guardianship and authority of the Imams

    Explanation: In Shia Islam, Walayah (Guardianship/Authority) is the central doctrine affirming the divinely appointed spiritual and temporal authority of the twelve Imams beginning with Hazrat Ali (RA) after the Prophet (PBUH).