The Institutes of Akbar 32.4

32.4

In order to render the royal camp conspicuous to those who come from far, his Majesty has caused to be erected, in front of the Durbár, a pole upwards of forty yards high, which is supported by sixteen ropes; and on the top of the pole is a large lantern, which they call Akásdiah. Its light is seen from great distances, guides the soldiers to the imperial camp, and helps them to find their tents. In former times, before the lamp was erected, the men had to suffer hardships from not being able to find the road. In this department, Mansabdárs, Ahadis, and other troops, are employed. The allowance of a foot soldier never exceeds 2400, and is never less than 80 dáms.