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Khusrau

Khusrau, often referred to as Amir Khusrau, was a prominent 13th-century Indian poet, musician, and scholar of Persian and Hindavi literature. He is celebrated for his significant contributions to Sufi poetry and is credited with developing genres such as ghazals and qawwalis. Khusrau’s works reflect themes of love, spirituality, and the beauty of nature, bridging Persian and Indian cultures. He was a disciple of the Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya and is regarded as the "father of Urdu literature" due to his influence on the language and its poetic forms. His legacy continues to inspire artists and poets today.