The Rajput origin, as put forward by the late Dr. Bellew;

The Baloches, when we first hear of them, were mounted

archers, like the Parthians; they wore long red boots; they had striped rugs and
carpets—all characteristics referring rather to Northern Persia than Arabia. When
they came to close quarters they alighted and fought on foot, like the warriors of
the Shahnama, a custom they still maintain. In one point of character they differ
strikingly from the Arabs. They are an open-hearted race, easily pleased, and
fond of jokes and laughter, while in religious matters they are free from
fanaticism, sensible and tolerant, and willing to discuss opinions with an open
mind.