EMERGENCE OF MUSLIM ENDOWMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUFI SHRINES IN INDIA

The aim of this paper is to trace the history of Muslim endowments in India during the medieval period. Sufi shrines played a crucial role in the emergence of Muslim endowments during the Sultanate and precisely in Mughal era. An attempt has been in this article to highlight the parts of various rulers in creating the institution of Muslim endowments through their constant attempts.