How to be prepared for Islamic History
One has to take in his mind that CSS is not an examination to get a degree
Introduction and importance
Islamic History is really a scoring subject and helps the candidates to get them allocated in the top groups of the CSS. One has to take in his mind that CSS is not an examination to get a degree but it is an exam where one has to compete with hundreds and thousands of candidates till the final allocation is done.
Problems of the candidates
So, the candidates should be very careful in preparing this subject as far as the scoring pattern is concerned. After the dismal result of Islamic History in 2010, the candidates start switching their subjects from one to another without pinpointing where the fault lies. If the candidates keep changing their subjects it would require more time and a new subject is difficult to be prepared. Therefore, one needs to consult why he is getting low marks in this subject instead of changing the subjects.
Tips to prepare Islamic History
In this context, it is necessary to learn how to prepare. The first thing is to consult the syllabus and the past 5-year papers. It means one is on the track and he knows the latest trend of the exams. The next step is to make short notes and correct dates should be memorized as it is a subject of history.
The next step is to understand the question. As it happened in 2010 Paper I, when a question about Hijrah was asked and the students were confused what is Hijrah. Some answered it as the beginning of Hijri and some students in other context. Hence, when the candidates do not know the exact answer how he can expect higher marks in this subject. Understanding of the question is the prerequisite to attempt this paper.
Islamic History is really a scoring subject and helps the candidates to get them allocated in the top groups of the CSS. One has to take in his mind that CSS is not an examination to get a degree but it is an exam where one has to compete with hundreds and thousands of candidates till the final allocation is done.
Problems of the candidates
So, the candidates should be very careful in preparing this subject as far as the scoring pattern is concerned. After the dismal result of Islamic History in 2010, the candidates start switching their subjects from one to another without pinpointing where the fault lies. If the candidates keep changing their subjects it would require more time and a new subject is difficult to be prepared. Therefore, one needs to consult why he is getting low marks in this subject instead of changing the subjects.
Tips to prepare Islamic History
In this context, it is necessary to learn how to prepare. The first thing is to consult the syllabus and the past 5-year papers. It means one is on the track and he knows the latest trend of the exams. The next step is to make short notes and correct dates should be memorized as it is a subject of history.
The next step is to understand the question. As it happened in 2010 Paper I, when a question about Hijrah was asked and the students were confused what is Hijrah. Some answered it as the beginning of Hijri and some students in other context. Hence, when the candidates do not know the exact answer how he can expect higher marks in this subject. Understanding of the question is the prerequisite to attempt this paper.
The first thing is to consult the syllabus and the past 5 year papers. It means one is on the track and he knows the latest trend of the exams.
Paper presentation and important authors
Whereas the presentation of the paper is concerned, add more and more quotations from P.K.Hitti, R.A. Nicholson, Syed Ameer Ali. Insert correct dates and the best method to secure higher marks is to get your paper checked by an expert of this paper. The expert will tell the candidates about the drawbacks and solutions to these problems. Here is the list of important questions for Paper I & II.
List of important questions
If we see the syllabus and past 5 years papers, following questions are very important:
Paper I
A brief view of the major civilizations of the world
Socio-political and economic conditions of the world before the dawn of Islam
Makkan life and difficulties confronted by the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
Hijrat to Madinah, causes, effects and consequences.
The Charter of Madinah; its historical value like political, economic, social, civic etc
Battles; Badr, Uhad, Khandaq, Treaty of Hudibiya, Fall of Makkah, Khyber, expedition to Tabuk
Farewell Pilgrimage of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
The Holy Prophet as a reformer, teacher and teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) etc.
Administration of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A); Ridda wars, expansion of the state, character and battles.
Hazrat Umar (R.A); Major battles, administration
Hazrat Uthman (R.A)
Hazrat Ali (R.A)
Umayyad Dynasty; Amir Muiwaiyah, Tragedy of Karbela, Walid Bin Abdul Malik, Umar II, causes of the downfall of the Umayyad and administration of the Umayyad.
Abbasids Dynasty; Haroon-ar-Rasheed, Mamun, causes of the downfall of the Abbasids, contribution in the field of Science and Literature, short notes on philosophers, physicians, historians etc.
Paper II
Conquest of Spain; causes and effects.
Conquest of North Africa and how did Islam penetrate in North Africa.
A brief account from Abdul Rehman Al Dakil to Abdur Rehman III.
A brief study of the Muslims rule in different part of Spain.
Contribution in Social and natural sciences like Architecture, Calligraphy, Painting, Music etc.
Contribution of seminaries.
How these advanced sciences reached Europe and consequently Renaissance Movement in Europe.
Ottoman Empire, important caliphs like Muhammad the Conqueror, Sulemain the Magnificent, Ottoman Tanzimat, administration and causes of the downfall of the Ottoman Empire.
Analysis
In the end, I suggest that the candidates should read the entire syllabus because there are some topics where subjective point of view is not important but emphasis should be on objective portion as they are really important. Usually, Islamic History candidates do not focus on objective type that is a major mistake. One has to read all the objectives from Islamiat and Islamic History MCQs.
Candidates had better read all the caliphs of Umayyad Dynasty though two or three are important but the rest are asked in objective questions and the candidates are confused to see the name of the caliph. So revise and read all the caliphs of Umayyads, Abbasids, Umayyads in Spain and Muslim dynasties in different parts of the world.
Whereas the presentation of the paper is concerned, add more and more quotations from P.K.Hitti, R.A. Nicholson, Syed Ameer Ali. Insert correct dates and the best method to secure higher marks is to get your paper checked by an expert of this paper. The expert will tell the candidates about the drawbacks and solutions to these problems. Here is the list of important questions for Paper I & II.
List of important questions
If we see the syllabus and past 5 years papers, following questions are very important:
Paper I
A brief view of the major civilizations of the world
Socio-political and economic conditions of the world before the dawn of Islam
Makkan life and difficulties confronted by the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
Hijrat to Madinah, causes, effects and consequences.
The Charter of Madinah; its historical value like political, economic, social, civic etc
Battles; Badr, Uhad, Khandaq, Treaty of Hudibiya, Fall of Makkah, Khyber, expedition to Tabuk
Farewell Pilgrimage of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
The Holy Prophet as a reformer, teacher and teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) etc.
Administration of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A); Ridda wars, expansion of the state, character and battles.
Hazrat Umar (R.A); Major battles, administration
Hazrat Uthman (R.A)
Hazrat Ali (R.A)
Umayyad Dynasty; Amir Muiwaiyah, Tragedy of Karbela, Walid Bin Abdul Malik, Umar II, causes of the downfall of the Umayyad and administration of the Umayyad.
Abbasids Dynasty; Haroon-ar-Rasheed, Mamun, causes of the downfall of the Abbasids, contribution in the field of Science and Literature, short notes on philosophers, physicians, historians etc.
Paper II
Conquest of Spain; causes and effects.
Conquest of North Africa and how did Islam penetrate in North Africa.
A brief account from Abdul Rehman Al Dakil to Abdur Rehman III.
A brief study of the Muslims rule in different part of Spain.
Contribution in Social and natural sciences like Architecture, Calligraphy, Painting, Music etc.
Contribution of seminaries.
How these advanced sciences reached Europe and consequently Renaissance Movement in Europe.
Ottoman Empire, important caliphs like Muhammad the Conqueror, Sulemain the Magnificent, Ottoman Tanzimat, administration and causes of the downfall of the Ottoman Empire.
Analysis
In the end, I suggest that the candidates should read the entire syllabus because there are some topics where subjective point of view is not important but emphasis should be on objective portion as they are really important. Usually, Islamic History candidates do not focus on objective type that is a major mistake. One has to read all the objectives from Islamiat and Islamic History MCQs.
Candidates had better read all the caliphs of Umayyad Dynasty though two or three are important but the rest are asked in objective questions and the candidates are confused to see the name of the caliph. So revise and read all the caliphs of Umayyads, Abbasids, Umayyads in Spain and Muslim dynasties in different parts of the world.
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