History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v3.c49.s5.7
History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v3.c49.s5.7
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v3.c49.s5.7
The loyal Rathors were seized with consternation at Aurangzib's proposal. Their cherished religion itself was in danger of being subtly overthrown. The life of the royal infant would scarcely be safe in the charge of his greedy and bigoted guardian. The clansmen vowed to die to a man to save their chieftain's heir. But even Rajput devotion and Rajput heroism would have availed little without the guiding genius of Durgadas, the flower of Rathor chivalry.