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They might not speak to each other nor answer if challenged; for if any one spoke the charm would be broken and the protection of Mithu Bhukia removed; and they should either return to take the omens again or give up that particular dacoity altogether.

- "The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II", R. V. Russell.
In February, 1839, he assumed charge of the office of Commissioner for the Suppression of Thuggee and Dacoity.

- "Rambles and Recollections of an Indian Official", William Sleeman.
With this the Inspector proceeded to recount the various methods by which it was possible to be concerned in a dacoity twenty or thirty miles away, and yet be back in time for duty.

- "The Home and the World", Rabindranath Tagore.