The correct answer is (a) Prithvipat Shah.
Prithvipat Shah was the 12th king of the Panwar dynasty of Garhwal. He ruled from 1635 to 1657. During his reign, he provided shelter to Suleman Shikoh, the son of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who was fleeing from his father’s wrath.
Suleman Shikoh was a prince who was interested in Sufism and had a falling out with his father over his religious beliefs. In 1657, Shah Jahan ordered Suleman Shikoh to be arrested and executed. Suleman Shikoh fled to Garhwal and sought refuge with Prithvipat Shah. Prithvipat Shah gave Suleman Shikoh shelter and allowed him to stay in Garhwal until his death in 1658.
Prithvipat Shah’s decision to provide shelter to Suleman Shikoh was a bold move that could have had serious consequences for him. However, he showed great courage and compassion in doing so. His actions helped to save Suleman Shikoh’s life and also earned him the respect of many people.
The other options are incorrect because they are not the names of any Panwar kings of Garhwal.