Which one of the following saints was contemporary of Shivaji ?

Correct option is A

Tukaram was a 17th-century Marathi poet and saint of the Bhakti movement in Maharashtra, India. He was contemporary with Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire.
Important Key Points:
1. Tukaram's abhangas (devotional songs) are very popular in Maharashtra.
2. He was a devotee of the Hindu god Vithoba, an avatar of Vishnu.
3. Tukaram's works were significant in the Bhakti movement.
4. He promoted a simple and devout life, emphasizing devotion over ritual.
Information Booster:
 Tukaram: Prominent Bhakti saint and poet.
 Chaitanya: Founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition.
 Namdev: An important figure in the Varkari sect.
 Shankaracharya: Proponent of Advaita Vedanta.