Name the famous Sufi saint whose mausoleum was erected at Fatehpur Sikri.

Nizamuddin Auliya
Sheikh Muin-ud-din Chisti
Baba Farid-ud-din
Sheikh Salim Chisti

The correct answer is: D. Sheikh Salim Chisti

Sheikh Salim Chisti was a 16th-century Sufi saint who lived in India. He was born in 1478 in Sikri, which is now a part of Agra. He was the disciple of Sheikh Burhanuddin Gharib, who was also a Sufi saint. Sheikh Salim Chisti was known for his piety and his miracles. He was also known for his teachings on love and devotion to God. He died in 1572 at the age of 94.

His mausoleum was erected at Fatehpur Sikri by the Mughal emperor Akbar. The mausoleum is a beautiful example of Mughal architecture. It is a popular tourist destination.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Nizamuddin Auliya was a 13th-century Sufi saint who lived in Delhi.
  • Sheikh Muin-ud-din Chisti was a 12th-century Sufi saint who lived in Ajmer.
  • Baba Farid-ud-din was a 12th-century Sufi saint who lived in Pakpattan.
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