History of Orissa from the Earliest Times to the British Period v2.c40.55

v2.c40.55

Maratha authorities differ on most important details from the *Sa'ir-ul-Muta'kharin*. It is stated that thirty-two lakhs of rupees were paid as *chauth* before the treaty. Jānoji oppressed 'Aliwardi Khān so much for two years that he was compelled to agree to all demands made by him. He sent an envoy to Raghuji Bhonsle at Nagpur. The terms of the treaty as given by Sardesai are as follows:—