HAZRAT UMAR (RA)

4 MARK QUESTIONS
* Q. Explain the importance of Hz Umar (RA) as a Caliph?

Hz Umar(RA) defeated the Byzantines and Persians who were a source of constant threat to Islamic empire.
Therefore by defeating them he ensured that Islam would stay safe.

Secondly he conquered many areas including Syria, Iraq, Persia and Egypt. By doing so he spread Islam into
these areas. Thus Muslims strength increased and till to date these are Muslim states.

Also Hz Umar(RA) had signed a treaty with the people of Jerusalem and gave them protection of life, property
and religion. Therefore, he practiced religious tolerance in accordance with the Quranic verse ‘Let there be no
compulsion in religion’. In later times, Muslims looked back on these agreements to have good relations with
the non Muslims living under them.

Also by introducing different administrative measures like Diwan and Majlis-e-Shura ,the growing Islamic empire
was efficiently administered and unity of Islam was preserved.

Therefore, his period witnessed a lasting process of internal consolidation, peace , stability and prosperity which
lead to a comprehensive and well built infrastructure and at the same time the borders of the empire were
hugely expanded and made secure.

* Q. How is the Caliphate of Hz Umar (RA) an example for modern Muslim rulers/leaders?

Hz. Umar was just and did not favour anyone, even his own family members. This can be highlighted in the
event of him giving punishment to his own son on the use of alcohol (Abu Shahma). Modern leaders should
learn from this example and should remain fair to everyone. The leaders of Pakistan should work for the welfare
of all people of Pakistan rather than favoring their own voter. This will increase their respect in the hearts of
common people and will give birth to a just and peaceful society which will be free of corruption.

Simplicity as he had no guards (Pak. Leaders avoid luxuries)

Democratic ruler (Qatar Vs Saudi Arabia) + not dictatorship or kingdom ship

* Q. What does the event of the death of Hz Umar(RA) tell Muslims about his character?

Firstly Hz Umar (RA) was assassinated by Firoz, a slave who wanted to be exempted from a tax but Hz Umar(RA)
refused. This shows that he was impartial and never favoured anyone, even those who were close to him.

Secondly, this event shows us that he was very simple and brave person as he did not have guards with him
although he was a caliph.

Also since he was going to offer his Fajr prayers when he was attacked, it shows that he was strict in following
the pillars of Islam which proves his pious and God fearing nature.
LIST OF QUESTIONS

* Describe the main events/main achievements of Hazrat Umer’s Caliphate?

All points except elections

* Describe how Hazrat Umer was elected as a Caliph and his administrative reforms?

Elections plus full detail of administrative reforms

* Describe the expansion of Islam in the Caliphate of Hazrat Umar (RA)?

Victories against Byzantines and Persians only (Battles)

* Describe the consequences of demise of Hazrat Abu Bakr during 634-644 AD?

Election plus all answer as of main events

* Describe the following events in the life of Hazrat Umer (RA):

* Administrative reforms

* Fall of Juresalam

Done in copy separately

* Describe the administrative reforms of Hazrat Umer (RA)?

All administrative reforms (with examples)