An Introduction to Spoken Kashmiri
Chapter 36
Chapter 36: Badshah: The Great King
Badshah: The Great King
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Badshah: The Great King

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Badshah was not only a good and compassionate king. He did several things for the improvement of Kashmir. 

He got canals dug which increased the harvest. The Mar-Canal of Srinagar was constructed because of Badshah's efforts. The Mar-Canal reduced the danger of flood and contributed to the convenience of transporting goods. 
 
 

Badshah had many bridges, gardens, and big mansions constructed. The  and Manasbal also go back to his time. It is said that  and  are named after Badshah. 

In this book, you have already read about  and . It was again Badshah who had these made. 

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