Mughal Administration c11.16

Language: English

c11.16

"Mounting guard is called *chauki* in Hindi. The four divisions of the army have been divided into seven parts, each of which is appointed for one day, under the superintendence of a trustworthy *mansabdar*. They are day and night in attendance about the palace, (ready for any orders His Majesty may issue.) In the evening the imperial standards (*qur*) are taken to the Hall of Public Audience. The mounting guards stand on the right; the ranks of the guards to be relieved are drawn up on the other side. Both ranks salute His Majesty......If any one is absent without proper excuse,......he is fined one week's pay or receives a suitable reprimand."

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