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Q81 (CDS-II/2021) History & Culture › Culture, Literature, Religion & Philosophy › Bhakti, Sufi and Sikh movements Answer Verified

The town of Chisht, from which the Sufi Chishti Silsila derives its name, is located in

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The Chishti Silsila, one of the most influential Sufi orders in the Indian subcontinent, derives its name from the town of Chisht [1]. This town, also known as Chisht-e Sharif, is located in central Afghanistan, specifically in the neighborhood of Herat [3]. While many Sufi lineages are named after their founding figures, the Chishti order is distinct for being named after its place of origin. The order was founded by Abu Ishaq Shami, who settled in Chisht after being deputed from Baghdad. It was later introduced to India in the late 12th century by Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, who established its center in Ajmer [1]. The town remains a significant historical site, housing mausoleums that reflect the architectural heritage of the region [3].

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  1. [1] THEMES IN INDIAN HISTORY PART II, History CLASS XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 6: Bhakti-Sufi Traditions > 7. The Chishtis in the Subcontinent > p. 154
  2. [3] https://www.britannica.com/topic/Chishtiyah
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