A History of Assam c12.51

c12.51

He kept a close eye on all branches of the administration and maintained his authority with a firm and heavy hand; punishment was meted out to all, even to the highest nobles, who were unfortunate enough to incur his displeasure. Some instances of his severity have already been given. Amongst others, the case of the Bharāli Barua may be mentioned. This man enjoyed the king's confidence to a very unusual degree, but he was nevertheless sentenced to death on proof of embezzlement and other misconduct.