A History of Agriculture in India v1.c31.s2: The Herdsman
A History of Agriculture in India v1.c31.s2
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The Herdsman
v1.c31.s2.1
The cattle belonged severally to the residents of the village. After the crop was cut, the cattle were let loose and roamed over the fields. When the crops were growing they were sent under the charge of a herdsman, hired by the village collectively, to the grazing grounds. The herdsman was an important personage.
v1.c31.s2.2
‘Knowing the general appearance of each one of his charge and the marks upon it, skilled to remove flies’ eggs from their hide, to heal sores, accustomed to keep a good fire going with smoke to keep the gnats away, knowing the fords and the drinking places, clever in choosing pasture, leaving some milk in the udders, and with respect for the leaders of the herd.’