Which prominent Sufi saint, whose dargah is situated at Fatehpur Sikri, was deeply venerated by Akbar, who named his son Salim after him? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which prominent Sufi saint, whose dargah is situated at Fatehpur Sikri, was deeply venerated by Akbar, who named his son Salim after him?
A. Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti
B. Baba Farid
C. Sheikh Salim Chishti
D. Nizamuddin Auliya
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Akbar held Sheikh Salim Chishti in high spiritual regard. Believing the saint's blessings led to the birth of his heir, Akbar named the boy Salim (later Emperor Jahangir).

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