A History of Assam c15.14

c15.14

The Bar Barua received the revenues and administered justice in those portions of the eastern provinces from Sadiya to Koliābar which lay outside the jurisdiction of the Gohāins, and was also, usually, the commander of the forces. He had control over 14,000 pāiks, but they were also bound to render service to the king. His perquisites consisted of an allowance of seven per cent. of the number for his private use, together with the fines levied from them for certain offences, and the fees paid by persons appointed to minor offices under government.