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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

2/4/2021

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Tremors.
Decay of faith.
Increase in sensuality.
Diseases.
Elevation of mean persons to positions of power.

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Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh

1/4/2021

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Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh. (4 mks)

Differences between Shariah and Figh

Sharia is laid down by Allah and the prophet while fiqh is largely the result of human Endeavor.
It is a wider circle and embraces all human activities while fiqh is a narrower one an deals with legal acts.
Shariah is fixed and does not change while fiqh changes according to time and circumstances.
Its laws are general while fiqh are specific.

4 x 1 = 4marks

Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh

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Discuss the relevance of punishment according to Sharia law.

31/3/2021

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Discuss the relevance of punishment according to Sharia law. (8marks)

It promotes fairness and justice in the society
Kind abomination may give a criminal a chance to reflect on his conduct
It gives the criminal room for reform
It helps maintain peace and harmony in society by minimizing criminal acts
It is a way of deterring others from committing similar or other related crimes
It shield Muslims from effects that may arise as a result of sins or crimes e.g transmission of sexually transmitted diseases through crimes like zinaa
Since the prescription is from Allah (SW) the believers are satisfied psychologically
The sharia instills fear thus the potential criminals will have fear
The law is deterrent hen e stop crime
It is punitive to stop others from engaging in crime

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Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

31/3/2021

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Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

Islam recognizes women as full and equal partners of man in the procreation of mankind
Women are equal to men in bearing personal and common responsibilities
She is acknowledged as an independent personality in possession of human equalities and unity of spiritual aspirations.
She is equal to man in the pursuit of education and knowledge
A woman has a right to participate in public life
A woman has equal rights into contracts, earn a living

Any 6 x 1 = 6 mks

Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

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Discuss the causes of domestic violence

31/3/2021

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Discuss the causes of domestic violence. (8 Marks)

Causes of domestic violence.

Poverty
Use of intoxicants
Abandonment of Prayers
Inheritance
Disobedience
Unemployment
Child labor
illiteracy

any other good point.
(8 x 1 = 8 Marks)

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Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society

29/3/2021

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Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society. (6 Marks)

Effects of incest.

Trauma
Depression
Suicide
Family break down
Medically weak offspring
hatred

Any relevant point.
(6 x 1 = 6 Marks)

Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society

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What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership

25/3/2021

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What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership? (9mks)

Leadership is divinely ordained from the beginning of creation.
Leadership is passed on to a successor through designation (ness).
Leadership is one of the fundamental articles of Shia faith.
Leadership provides a link between man and God.
Leadership provides authority over religious and world affairs of the community.
Leadership is necessary for interpretation of revelations and divine law.
Leadership is confined within the family of the prophet (S.A.W).
A leader is infallible.
Leadership provides representation of the prophet (S.A.W).
Leadership is a sign of Allah’s mercy of mankind.
Leadership will continue till the day of judgment.

(any 9 x 1 = 9mks)

What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership?

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Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam

25/3/2021

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Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam. (5mks)

To unify man’s society.
To make man realize the purpose of existence.
To lead men to righteousness.
To help man overcome the obstacles of life.
To make man God conscious.
To establish link between man of God.

(any 5 x 1 = 5mks)

Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam.

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Outline the groups exempted from fasting

25/3/2021

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Outline the groups exempted from fasting. (6mks)

Children under the age of puberty.
Insane people who are not accountable to their deeds.
Old men or women who are too old or weak to fast, but they have to offer at least, one needy/poor Muslim an average full meal or its value per day.
Sick people may postpone the fast as long as they are sick, to a later date and make up for it in the days, a day for a day.
People traveling distance of 50 miles or more may break the fast temporarily during the travel and make up for it in later days, a day for a day.
Expectant women and those breastfeeding.
Women in the period of menstruation (max 10 days)
Confinement women (max 40 days)

(any 6 x 1 = 6mks)

Outline the groups exempted from fasting

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What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement

25/3/2021

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What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement. (7mks)

The person entering agreement must be sane.
It must be legal e.g. involves halal goods.
The two parties entering into agreement must sign.
There must be witness to the agreement.
The agreement must be clear and free of fraud.
It should be between mature persons.
There should be a right to annual contract.
Persons signing the agreement must do it willingly.
Both parties must have full knowledge of the terms and conditions of the agreement.

(any 7 x 1 = 7mks)

What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement

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Give five qualities of a Muslim witness

25/3/2021

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Give five qualities of a Muslim witness. (6mks)

He is mature (of full age).
He is sane (of good reason).
He is pious.
He is of good reputation.
He is no suspect.
Has partial knowledge of the subject on which evidence is required.

(6 x 1 = 6mks)

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Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya.

24/3/2021

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a. Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya. [6 Marks].

Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya.

Islamic Law applies on Muslims only whereas Kenya has many other religions, i.e. Christianity, Hinduism, etc.
People prefer Secular law to Islamic because the Islamic Law cannot be manipulated.
There is a lack of enough learned personnel in the Islamic Sharia.
There is a lot of influence and interference from other forces that do not want the establishment of an Islamic State or application of the Islamic Law, e.g the human rights organizations.
There is also political interference that curbs the application of Islamic Law.
Ignorance on Islamic matters of Sharia and Islam in general by both Muslims and non Muslims.
Lack of patronage in the parliament who would push for motions on Islamic Law.
Emphasis is not stressed on Islamic Law to be taught at all levels.

(6x1 Marks)

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State any six Islamic rules that govern the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims.

22/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(c) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(c) State any six Islamic rules that govern the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims.(6 marks)

Islamic Rules that Govern the Relationship between Muslims and Non-Muslims

Muslims should have dealings with non-Muslims/treat them with fairness and justice
Should show tolerance to their behavior and life styles
Should have mutual respect
Should keep a good relationship/rapport with them e.g. greet them, have intervisits
Should have mutual consultations on common issues/matters
Should be no act of aggression against peaceful non-Muslims/peaceful co-existence/not persecute or oppress them
Should not make rude comments about them/speak behind their backs
Should mutually protect each other in times of need
Can conduct trade transactions with people of other faiths in Halai ways
Should assist/help non-Muslims in any way they can/should be kind and compassionate to them
Can interact with people of other faiths freely and with frankness/should avoid suspicions.

(6x1= 6 marks)

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Explain the importance of Eddat in Islamic Law

22/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Explain the importance of Eddat in Islamic Law (6 marks)

Importance of Eddat

It is an obligatory act for a woman following divorce or death of her husband/a form of worship
It is a show of respect to the deceased in the case of death
It is a time of reflection for the wife/husband
It ¡s a sign of the sanctity of the institution of marriage
A proof that there is no pregnancy from the woman’s previous/late husband
To avoid, unnecessary conflicts and disputes regarding the paternity of a child/children
In case of divorce, it accords he husband an opportunity to revoke divorce where it is revokable.

(6x1= 6mark)

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Differences between Sharia and Secular law.

22/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 5(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Differences between Sharia and Secular law. (10 marks)

Sharia	Secular Law
i) Sharia is from Allah/Divine Law	Made by man/man made law.
ii) It is universal	Not universal. Every country has its own laws.
iii)Cannot be changed to suit situations.	Is changed/reviewed to suit situations.
iv) It is a form of worship	Mere laws to govern/regulate human behaviour and relationships
v)One gets thawab both in this world and in the Hereafter.	Gives dignity and honour in this world only.
vi) Those who break Sharia can get away with it in this world but will be punished in the Hereafter.	A person can break the law and get away with it. .
vii) It is not based on favouritism. his applied to all people regardless of colour, race, class etc.	Can discriminate against some people.
viii) People will be held accountable both in this world and Hereafter.	People are only held accountable in this world/in this life only.
ix)Expanded by the prophetic tradition and Islamic Scholars using the Quran as a basis.	Expanded by ordinary human beings i.e lawyers using man made constitution (5x2=10 marks)

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh

Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh. (4 mks)

Discuss the relevance of punishment according to Sharia law.

Discuss the relevance of punishment according to Sharia law. (8marks)

Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

Discuss the causes of domestic violence

Discuss the causes of domestic violence. (8 Marks)

Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society

Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society. (6 Marks)

What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership

What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership? (9mks)

Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam

Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam. (5mks)

Outline the groups exempted from fasting

Outline the groups exempted from fasting. (6mks)

What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement

What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement. (7mks)

Give five qualities of a Muslim witness

Give five qualities of a Muslim witness. (6mks)

Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya.

a. Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya. [6 Marks].

State any six Islamic rules that govern the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims.

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(c) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(c) State any six Islamic rules that govern the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims.(6 marks)

Explain the importance of Eddat in Islamic Law

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Explain the importance of Eddat in Islamic Law (6 marks)

Differences between Sharia and Secular law.

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 5(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Differences between Sharia and Secular law. (10 marks)

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​Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh. (4 mks)

Discuss the relevance of punishment according to Sharia law. (8marks)

Highlight the position of a woman in Islam

​Discuss the causes of domestic violence. (8 Marks)

Explain the effects of ‘incest’ in the society. (6 Marks)

What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership? (9mks) ​

​Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam. (5mks)

​Outline the groups exempted from fasting. (6mks)

​What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement. (7mks)

​Give five qualities of a Muslim witness. (6mks)

a. Explain the factors that hinder the application of Sharia (Islamic Law) in Kenya. [6 Marks].

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(c) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(c) State any six Islamic rules that govern the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims.(6 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2009 Question 2(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Explain the importance of Eddat in Islamic Law (6 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 5(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) Differences between Sharia and Secular law. (10 marks)

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Discuss the causes of domestic violence. (8 Marks)

What are the Shia teachings on the concept of leadership? (9mks)

Explain the need for divine guidance according to Islam. (5mks)

Outline the groups exempted from fasting. (6mks)

What are the rules regarding the making of a commercial agreement. (7mks)

Give five qualities of a Muslim witness. (6mks)