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Which of the following medieval texts, written by Malik Muhammad Jayasi, narrates the legendary tale of Rani Padmini of Chittor in the Awadhi language?
A. Padmavat✓ Correct Answer
B. Mrigavati
C. Madhumalati
D. Chhandayan
💡 Solution & Explanation
Malik Muhammad Jayasi composed the classical Sufi romance epic Padmavat in the Awadhi language during the sixteenth century, weaving an allegorical tale around the historical siege of Chittor by Alauddin Khalji. Other works listed among the choices, such as Mrigavati, were written by different Sufi poets of the period but feature distinct storylines.
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