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The complexion of the Mahomedans in India, is much the 
same as that of the Hindoos; a clear olive brown: their dress is 
in many respects similar; especially in the turban, the long white 
gown, sash, and shoes; but in addition, the Mussulmauns wear 
full long drawers, generally of a satin, called kincob, with gold and 
silver flowers; and a catarra, or short dagger, in their girdle. The 
warriors have a broad sword, with spears, lances, and fire-arms; 
and some of the bravest troops in Hindostan are Mahomedans, 
from Arabia, Candahar, Scind}-, and the provinces bordering on 
Persia. Their religion permits the use of all animal food, except 
pork ; and as they secretly indulge in wine and spirits, they are 
more robust and hardy than the disciples of Brahma: avarice, 
indolence, and effeminacy, mark the character of the Hindoo; and 
if, to the two former, we unite ambition, valour, and jealousy, we 
shall have a tolerably correct outline of the Mogul. 
The Mahomedan women in India enjoy less liberty than the 
Hindoos; but in complexion, manners, and behaviour, are not 
unlike them. They adorn themselves with a variety of jewels, 
worn over a close gown of muslin, with long sleeves and a short 
waist; silk or satin drawers reach to the ancles, and a transparent 
veil covers the head: the education of these women, like that of 
the Hindoos, is very confined; the men do not seem to wish them 
to be rational companions, and purposely keep them in a state of 
ignorance. I believe music is prohibited by the Koran; but the 
Mahomedans have dancing girls among them; and hire vocal and 
instrumental music at weddings, and other entertainments where 
a mixed company is invited. 
The Moguls, Persians, Arabians, and the generality of the 
