In which month of the Islamic calendar is 'Ramadan', a holy time when Muslims around the world fast and focus their attention on giving to charity (known as Zakat), observed?

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  1. Ninth
  2. Second
  3. Seventh
  4. Sixth

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Option 1 : Ninth
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The correct answer is Ninth.

Key Points

  • The correct answer is option 1, i.e., the ninth month of the Islamic calendar is Ramadan.
  •  Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months in the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to dusk and engage in spiritual reflection and acts of charity.
  • Ramadan is a time of spiritual growth and self-discipline for Muslims worldwide, and it is believed to be a time when the gates of heaven are open, and the gates of hell are closed.
  • During Ramadan, Muslims are required to abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours, and they are encouraged to engage in acts of charity, prayer, and good deeds.

Additional Information

  • 1st Month- Muharram
  • 2nd Month- Safar
  • 3rd Month- Rabi' al-Awwal
  • 4th Month- Rabi' al-Thani
  • 5th Month- Jumada al-Awwal
  • 6th Month- Jumada al-Thani
  • 7th Month- Rajab
  • 8th Month- Sha'ban
  • 9th Month- Ramadan
  • 10th Month- Shawwal
  • 11th Month- Dhu al-Qi'dah
  • 12th Month- Dhu al-Hijjah

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