The Legacy of Muslim Rule in India c11.s7.6

c11.s7.6

Transporters and coolies were no better off. On land, elephants, camels, horse, bullocks and donkeys were the main means of conveyance of kings, nobles, landlords and big merchants. Agricultural products were transported from fields to the markets in the cities in bullock carts. Grain was also carried and sold by roving merchants (*banjaras*) on mules in places which were not easily accessible. Big merchants with their merchandise generally moved only in large convoys¹⁵³ using chariots, horses, bullock carts, mules, camels, and even buffaloes, depending on the terrain. The government officials with treasures also travelled in convoys and under proper escorts.¹⁵⁴