Quiz on Zakah in Islam

What does the term "Zakah" mean in Arabic?

• Growth and purification

• Charity and kindness

• Fasting and prayer

• Business and profit

What is the minimum wealth threshold (Nisab) for Zakah to be obligatory?

• 40 grams of silver

• 85 grams of gold or 595 grams of silver

• 10 grams of gold or 100 grams of silver

• Any amount of wealth saved for a month

What percentage of a Muslim’s savings and assets must be given as Zakah?

• 1%

• 2.5%

• 5%

• 10%

According to Surah At-Tawbah (9:60), which of the following is NOT an eligible recipient of Zakah?

• The poor and needy

• Zakah collectors

• Parents and children of the giver

• Those in debt

How often must Zakah be paid?

• Every month

• Once a year, if wealth meets the Nisab for a full lunar year

• Once in a lifetime

• Only during Ramadan

Which of the following is a pillar of Islam that includes Zakah?

• The third pillar

• The second pillar

• The fourth pillar

• The fifth pillar

How long must a Muslim possess wealth above the Nisab before Zakah becomes due?

• 1 month

• 6 months

• 1 lunar year (Hijri year)

• 2 years

What type of wealth is NOT subject to Zakah?

• Cash and gold

• Business merchandise

• Personal house and car used for daily needs

• Livestock owned for business purposes

Which of the following statements about Zakah is TRUE?

• Zakah can be given to any family member

• Zakah is only required from business owners

• Zakah must be paid even if a person’s wealth is below the Nisab

• Zakah helps purify wealth and support those in need

Who among the following is NOT eligible to receive Zakah?

• The poor

• A wealthy businessman

• A person in debt

• A traveler in need