Interesting! The crossed scimitars behind a shiled is very like one of the princely states badges - 'States Forces', as they were known. However, the five pointed star is modern, I think. That combined with the very crude casting - bazaar made' is the usual term - makes me suspect that this is a fantasy piece made for the toursit trade, of which there are a good number for sale on the subcontinet.
I'll try to find out / remember which State Forces badge this resembles, as that may provide more clues.
Peter