Which Surah of the Holy Quran is known as the 'Mother of the Book' (Umm al-Kitab) due to its comprehensive nature and significance?

A Surah Al-Baqarah

B Surah Al-Imran

C Surah Al-Fatiha

D Surah Yusuf

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Surah Al-Fatiha is known by many names, including 'Umm al-Kitab' (Mother of the Book) and 'Umm al-Quran' (Mother of the Quran), because it summarizes the core themes of the Quran and serves as an introduction to its teachings.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which Surah of the Holy Quran is known as the 'Mother of the Book' (Umm al-Kitab) due to its comprehensive nature and significance?" is Option C: Surah Al-Fatiha.

The other options — A) Surah Al-Baqarah, B) Surah Al-Imran, D) Surah Yusuf — are incorrect for this Islamic Studies question. As explained above: Surah Al-Fatiha is known by many names, including 'Umm al-Kitab' (Mother of the Book) and 'Umm al-Quran' (Mother of the Quran), because it summarizes the core themes of the Quran and serves as an int…

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Which Surah of the Holy Quran is known as the 'Mother of the Book' (Umm al-Kitab) due to its comprehensive nature and significance?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

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