What was the name of the ruler of South Bihar who bestowed the title of ‘Sher Khan’ upon Farid Khan and appointed him as his ‘Vakil’ (representative/deputy administrator) and ‘Ataliq’ (guardian and tutor) of his son?
Bahar Khan Nuhani (Lohani), the independent Afghan ruler of South Bihar, bestowed the title ‘Sher Khan’ upon Farid Khan after the latter killed a tiger. Bahar Khan also appointed him as his Vakil (deputy) and Ataliq (tutor) for his minor son, Jalal Khan, recognizing Farid’s exceptional ability and loyalty. The correct answer is (C) Bahar Khan Nuhani (Lohani).
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The ruler of South Bihar who honored Farid Khan with the title ‘Sher Khan’ was Bahar Khan Nuhani (Lohani). Farid Khan received the title after famously killing a tiger single-handedly, saving Bahar Khan’s life. Impressed by his administrative and military talents, Bahar Khan appointed Sher Khan as his Vakil (deputy administrator). Furthermore, he entrusted Sher Khan with the education and guardianship (Ataliq) of his young son, Jalal Khan, effectively giving him control over the administration of South Bihar.