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KHADIR KHAN (416) KHADIR KHAN is the son-in-law of Kasim Ali Khan, commonly called the Benki Nawab, who was a commander of some note in the army of Tippoo Sultan, and one of his courtiers. He, with his family, was pensioned after the fall of Seringapatam, and the person represented, a respectable private gentleman, lives upon his allowance. He is a Sheik by descent, and holds the title of khan through his family. His hard and rugged features and sturdy frame belong to the early races of Mussulman invaders, and are common to the South of India.