The Cambridge History of India, Vol. III: Turks and Afghans v3.c29.127
The Cambridge History of India, Vol. III: Turks and Afghans v3.c29.127
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Chānd Bībī at length lost heart. Summoning Jīta Khān, a eunuch who had been her confidant since Āhang Khān had turned against her, she sought his advice. He replied that it was for her to take a decision, and she confessed that she could suggest nothing but a surrender on terms. Jīta Khān ran out crying that she had turned traitress, and wished to surrender the fortress to the Mughal, and a turbulent mob rushed into the inner apartments of the palace and slew her.