BAITULMAL

The term Baitulmal originates from which two Arabic words?

• Bayt (market) and al-māl (gold)

• Bayt (house) and al-māl (wealth)

• Bait (shop) and al-māl (money)

• Bayt (palace) and al-māl (property)

What is the main function of Baitulmal?

• To collect and manage zakat funds only

• To manage waqf assets only

• To receive, manage, and distribute funds and assets for public welfare

• To provide loans to the public

During the Prophet Muhammad’s (SAW) time, where was the Baitulmal initially located?

• In a designated building

• In the Prophet’s Mosque

• There was no specific building

• In the home of the Prophet

How was the wealth received during the Prophet’s time managed?

• It was stored for future use

• It was immediately distributed to rightful recipients

• It was invested in trade

• It was given only to the Prophet’s family

Which of the following was NOT a source of Baitulmal funds during the Prophet’s time?

• Zakat

• Ghanimah (war spoils)

• Fai’ (property acquired without war)

• Interest from loans

Which action of Baitulmal reflects the Preservation of Religion in Maqasid al-Shariah?

• Funding mosques, religious education, and da’wah activities

• Providing emergency relief

• Supporting scholarships

• Assisting families in childcare

Which of the following is NOT a source of Baitulmal funds?

• Luqatah property (unclaimed lost and found items)

• Inheritance without rightful heirs

• Proceeds from wakaf properties

• Inheritance with rightful heirs

As part of its estate distribution role, Baitulmal acts as:

• A private property broker.

• A fund manager for unclaimed estates and inheritance without heirs.

• A real estate developer for luxury housing only.

• A tax collector for property sales.

Luqatah property refers to:

• Property bought through public auction.

• Property that is lost from its owner and found by someone else.

• Property inherited from a deceased relative.

• Property donated voluntarily to the mosque.

Which educational role is carried out by Baitulmal?

• Providing funds for educational purposes, scholarships, and learning facilities.

• Creating the national school syllabus.

• Conducting university entrance exams.

• Approving teacher licenses.