A History of Agriculture in India v2.c63.s1.5

v2.c63.s1.5

'My great officers told me that the inhabitants of Hindustan were infidels and unbelievers. In obedience to the order of Almighty God, I determined on an expedition against them. Throwing themselves upon their knees they all wished me good fortune. I demanded of the warrior chieftains whether I should direct my expedition against the infidels of Hindustan or China. At first they repeated fables and wise sayings, and then said, in the country of Hindustan there are four defences, and if any one invading this extensive country breaks down these four defences, he becomes the conqueror of Hindustan.'¹