Here are some MCQs about the British Frontier Policy in India
1. The British Frontier Policy in India primarily focused on:
a) Expanding the British Empire in India
b) Maintaining friendly relations with neighboring countries
c) Establishing buffer zones to protect British territories
d) Promoting trade and commerce with neighboring regions
2. The Durand Line, established in 1893, demarcated the border between British India and:
a) Afghanistan
b) Nepal
c) Tibet
d) Bhutan
3. The British Frontier Policy aimed to create buffer zones to safeguard British interests from potential invasions from:
a) The Marathas
b) The French
c) The Afghans
d) The Mughals
4. The British established the “North-West Frontier Province” (NWFP) in 1901 to:
a) Act as a buffer zone against Russia
b) Counter the influence of the Sikhs
c) Expand trade with Central Asia
d) Promote agricultural development
5. The “Forward Policy” during the British Frontier Policy involved:
a) Advancing British territories into neighboring regions
b) Diplomatic negotiations with neighboring countries
c) Establishing military bases along the border
d) Promoting cultural exchange with neighboring regions
