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Who is known as the ‘Parrot of India’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Jimutavahana
  2. Al-Beruni
  3. Ibn-Batutah
  4. Amir Khasru

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Amir Khasru

Explanation: Amir Khusru is known as the ‘Parrot of India’ due to his exceptional command over Persian and Hindavi poetry and his contribution to Indian music and literature. Other Information: ▪️ Born in 1253, served under Delhi Sultanate rulers like Alauddin Khilji. ▪️ Introduced classical forms of Qawwali and Ghazals in India. ▪️ Credited with innovating musical instruments and genres. ▪️ Authored numerous works in Persian and Hindavi, influencing Indo-Persian culture.