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History GK · Q108

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Competitive Exams · History GK · question 108

Q108

Who among the following was known as the 'Parrot of India'?

A.
Hussain Shah
B.
Amir Khusro
Answer
C.
Barbak Shah
D.
Nanak

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Amir Khusro, the Parrot of India. Amir Khusro is often considered the first Urdu poet. He lived from 1263 to 1325 CE and was a Sufi poet, musician, and scholar and worked in the royals courts of various kings and sultans. He was also called 'Tut-e-Hind' (Parrot of India).