Fall of the Mughal Empire v1.c11.s3.36

v1.c11.s3.36

On 29th September 1736, Muhammad Shāh issued an imperial *farmān* bestowing on Bājī Rāo some *jāgirs*, a *mansab* (seven-hazāri personal rank), the *mahals* of his *watan* (home estate) and right to perquisites, as well as a robe of honour made up of seven pieces, aigrette (*jigha*) for the turban, and an ornament (*sarpech*) to be tied round the head,—bidding him serve the empire as a loyal officer. He was also invited to visit the Emperor in person like other imperial vassals and servants.