Question

Were the Banjaras important for the economy?

Answer 1

The Banjaras were very important for the economy. 

• They were the most important trader-nomads. 
• They helped traders by working as carriers. For example, Sultan Alauddin Khalji used the Banjaras to transport grain to the city markets. Emperor Jahangir wrote in his memoirs that the Banjaras carried grain on their bullocks from different areas and sold it in towns. They transported food grain for the Mughal army during military campaigns.