The spread of which of the following Sufi sect was mostly limited to Sindh, Multan. and Punjab ?

Correct Answer: C. Suhrawardi

Explanation: Suhrawardi sect Founder – Shihabuddin Suhrawardi of Baghdad, who composed Awariful Maarif. Preachers in India – Sheikh Bahauddin Zakaria (1182–1262 AD) (Multan) and Jalaluddin Tabrizi (Bengal). Bahauddin Zakaria – Wealthy Sufi, considered wealth useful for life. Close relations with Baba Farid. Helped Iltutmish, in return received the title of Sheikh-ul-Islam. Principles – Comfort-loving, luxurious life is acceptable. Accumulation of wealth is not bad. Active participation in politics (accepted state posts). No harsh penance for the upliftment of the soul. Gave the idea of Farr-e-Izdi (divine light) – its roots are connected to Plato’s Republic. The tradition of the throne is hereditary. Belief – Sultan’s order = God’s order. Separate place for rich-rulers in Khanqahs, entry of common class and qalandars prohibited. Opposed Hindu practices of Chishtis (bowing, tonsure, offering water). Did not reject Sama, but less participation. Sometimes showed harshness for conversion. Main branches – Firdausi and Sattari. Center – Multan, Punjab, Sindh.