Concept: Sūrah al-ʿAṣr declares that all human beings are in a state of loss except those who combine faith and righteous actions.
Explanation:The sūrah begins with an oath by time to emphasise this truth.
Every person is at a loss because life is passing away rapidly.
The exception is for people who possess four characteristics.
First, they have sincere faith in Allah.
Second, they perform righteous deeds that show their faith.
Third, they advise one another to follow the truth.
Fourth, they encourage one another to show patience and steadfastness.
These four qualities protect a person from the loss that befalls others.
Among the options given, the group described is the “faithful and righteous.”
Answer: C. faithful and righteous.