The Dynastic History of Northern India (Early Mediaeval Period) v1.c17.s5.424

v1.c17.s5.424

“ The cowardly Rāī of Jājnagar, when he heard of the approach of the Sulṭān’s army, embarked on board a boat in great alarm, and took refuge in the water.² All his country was thrown into confusion—some of the inhabitants were made prisoners, others fled to the hills. Their horses (*burda*) and cattle became the spoil of the army. Those who accompanied the Sulṭān relate that the numbers of animals of every kind were so great that no one cared to take them. Two *jitals* was the price of a horse (*burda*); as for cattle, no one would buy them. Sheep were found in such countless numbers, that at every halt great numbers were slaughtered. If any were not required, they were left behind, because a plentiful supply was sure to be found at the next stage. The author has mentioned these matters to show the prosperity of the country. He has further been informed that the inhabitants had spacious houses and fine gardens, they had even gardens and walks within their houses, and fruit trees, flowers, etc., were cultivated therein.