Kotwal was a title used in medieval India for the leader of a Kot or fort. Kotwals often controlled the fort of a major town or an area of smaller towns on behalf of another ruler. It was similar in function to a British India Zaildar[1] From Mughal times the title was given to the local ruler of a large town and the surrounding area. However, the title is also used for leaders in small villages as well. Kotwal has also been translated as Chief police officer
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It was an official title given to those who was in charge of city administration in Medieval India.
In Sultanate period he was in charge of a city or fort.
In Mughal period Kotwal; A police official posted in the cities and towns, this officials function was to safeguard the life and property of the town dwellers. He also maintained a record of people going out of or coming into the town. Without his permission no outsider could enter the town. He also functioned as a controller of weights and measures.
Kotwal's office is known as Kotwal- i.
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