A History of the Mahrattas v2.c48.5

v2.c48.5

It is alleged that Bajee Rao was the instigator of this revolt, and it is certain that he encouraged the partisans of the Byes to persevere. He said with apparent sincerity that he considered the protection which his brother had afforded as humane and proper; but apprehensive lest it should provoke Sindia and Ghatgay to deeds of violence, he solicited the friendly interposition of Colonel Palmer, the British Resident at his court, who tendered his mediation to Sindia, by whom it was declined.