The Cambridge History of India, Vol. IV: The Mughul Period v4.c21.58
The Cambridge History of India, Vol. IV: The Mughul Period v4.c21.58
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he sent for the Eight Pradhāns, communicated to them the accounts he had received, and desired them to take the necessary measures for checking these depredations. They all remained silent. He then looked towards Bālājī, who got up and addressed the Rājā, saying, “If you will give me orders, through your good fortune they will be carried into effect.” Upon this the Rājā placed his hand on Bālājī’s head and desired him to take the troops. The Mahārājā gave him the entire administration of affairs with the robes of the Peshwāship. His fame and greatness were daily augmented; the Eight Pradhāns of the State became subject to him.