Administrative System of the Marathas c21.s3.43

c21.s3.43

This vast horde of men, women, children and cattle relied for a steady and regular supply of grains on the Brinjaras, a hardy tribe of nomads and brave carriers who plied the double trade of plunderers and corn-dealers. They did not hesitate to procure their merchandise by force when it could not be obtained by honourable purchase and were always prepared to take an active part in the military operations of their warlike customers.