I was one of the most famous Sufi saints of the Indian subcontinent. I preached that reciting devotional songs was a way to get closer to God. I settled in Ajmer, Rajasthan. Who am I?

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Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti

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Shahjahan

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The correct option is B Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti
Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti was one of the most famous Sufi saints who settled in Ajmer, Rajasthan. He preached that reciting devotional songs was a way to get closer to God. And these devotional songs are known as Qawwalis. The Sufis recited them in their religious centres.

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