Correct option is D
The teacher of Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya was Baba Farid.
Explanation:
● Baba Farid (Fariduddin Ganjshakar) was a renowned Sufi saint of the Chishti Order in India.
● Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya, one of the most prominent Sufi saints, was his disciple and spiritual successor.
● Baba Farid emphasized love, simplicity, and devotion to God, principles that heavily influenced Nizamuddin Auliya.
● Nizamuddin Auliya continued and expanded the teachings of the Chishti Order, focusing on social service and inclusivity.
Information Booster:
● Chishti Order is known for its emphasis on serving humanity and spreading love.
● Nizamuddin Auliya’s dargah (tomb) in Delhi is a significant Sufi shrine visited by people of all faiths.
● Baba Farid’s teachings are also included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of Sikhs.
Additional Information:
- (A) Sheikh Alauddin Sabir: A Sufi saint of the Sabiriya branch of the Chishti Order but not Nizamuddin Auliya’s teacher.
- (B) Sheikh Ahmed Sirhind: A prominent figure in the Naqshbandi Sufi Order.
- (C) Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti: Founder of the Chishti Order in India, not directly related to Nizamuddin Auliya as a teacher.