His tenure was significantly influenced by the fear of Russian designs in Central Asia and Afghanistan, often referred to as the "Great Game," leading to policies aimed at securing India's northwestern frontier.
Who believed that the Russian designs were 'an imminent peril to the security and tranquility' of the Indian Empire in 1836?
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2020 · Topic: Governor/Governor General/Viceroy (Relation with princely states and policy of paramountcy)
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