UPSC Prelims 2000·GS1·history·medieval history

Which one of the following Muslim rulers was hailed as the ‘Jagadguru’ by his Muslim subjects because of his belief in secularism?

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  1. AHusain Shah
  2. BZain-ul-Abidin
  3. CIbrahim Adil ShahCorrect
  4. DMahmud II

Explanation

Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the ruler of Bijapur, was the monarch hailed as Jagadguru or World Teacher. He earned this title from his subjects due to his religious tolerance, pursuit of secularism, and deep interest in Hindu music and philosophy. He was also known as Abla Bali or Friend of the Poor because of his concern for the welfare of the underprivileged. His work Kitab-i-Nauras begins with an invocation to Hindu deities like Saraswati and Ganapati, further showcasing his pluralistic outlook.
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