New History of the Marathas v2.c24.99

v2.c24.99

“When the Emperor Farrukhsiyar recalled Nizam-ul-mulk and appointed Saiyad Husain Ali to the chief Subahship of the Deccan, the latter selected for his chief adviser one Shankaraji Malhar, a renowned old Maratha diplomat who had migrated long ago from his attendance as Sachiv upon Rajaram at Jinji and resided at Benares. The Emperor learnt of this clever and serviceable person, brought him to Delhi under personal persuasion, and sent him to the Deccan with Saiyad Husain Ali as his confidential adviser upon matters concerning the Marathas. The Emperor made a suitable provision for Shankaraji’s services as an ambassador.”