Who drew the attention of Babur to the fact that during Sikandar Lodi’s regime the Hindus took to learning Persian and were recruited in large numbers to different posts?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Shaikh Abdul Quddus Gangohi

Explanation:
• Shaikh Abdul Quddus Gangohi was a prominent Chishti-Sabiri Sufi saint of the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He witnessed the transition from the Lodi dynasty to the Mughals.
• In his correspondence and interactions, he noted the significant shift during the reign of Sikandar Lodi, who made Persian the language of the administration. This compelled Hindu communities (particularly the Kayasthas and Khatris) to learn Persian to retain their positions in the bureaucracy.
• Gangohi brought this to the attention of Babur (and later Humayun) in his letters (Maktubat), emphasizing the integration of Hindus into the state machinery through the medium of the Persian language.
• This social change was a precursor to the massive involvement of Hindus in the Mughal administration under Akbar.

Information Booster:
• Sikandar Lodi was the first Sultan to move the capital to Agra in 1504.
• Shaikh Abdul Quddus Gangohi also wrote 'Rushdnama', which contains verses in Hindi and shows Nathpanthi influence.

Additional Knowledge:
• Maulana Abdullah Ajudhani (Option A): A scholar during Sikandar Lodi's time who was famous for his integrity and once challenged the Sultan's religious zeal.
• Shaikh Abdullah and Shaikh Azizullah (Options B & C): Scholars from Multan and Tulamba invited by Sikandar Lodi to improve the educational standards of the Sultanate.