The British policy towards Afghanistan in the first half of the 19th century aimed at
- A. Strengthening Afghanistan as a buffer against Russia.
- B. Weakening Russian influence in Afghanistan but not promoting a strong Afghanistan either. ✓
- C. Promoting Russian influence in Afghanistan to control insurgent tribal leaders.
- D. Annexing Afghanistan as a directly-controlled British Territory.
Correct Answer: B. Weakening Russian influence in Afghanistan but not promoting a strong Afghanistan either.
Explanation
During the first half of the 19th century (the Great Game era), British policy aimed to counter Russian expansion by ensuring Afghanistan remained a weak but independent buffer state, neither too strong nor under Russian influence.
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