The correct option is Akbar.
Explanation
The Mughal Emperors maintained a deep spiritual association with the Chishti order of Sufism. Emperor Akbar, in particular, held Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in high reverence and made frequent pilgrimages to his shrine (dargah) in Ajmer to seek blessings for conquests and the birth of an heir.Historical Analysis
- Akbar's Offering (1568): Emperor Akbar visited the Ajmer dargah fourteen times during his reign. In 1568, following the successful siege and conquest of Chittorgarh, he visited the shrine to offer thanks. On this occasion, he presented a massive cauldron, known as the Badi Degh. It was designed to cook food for thousands of pilgrims and the poor.
- Jahangir's Offering (1613): It is important to distinguish this from the offering made by his son, Emperor Jahangir. In 1613, Jahangir donated a smaller cauldron, known as the Chhoti Degh, to the same shrine.
Key Takeaway
Akbar donated the Badi Degh to the Ajmer Dargah in 1568 after the victory at Chittor, whereas Jahangir donated the Chhoti Degh later in 1613.