The Governor-General who followed a spirited “Forward” policy towards Afghanistan was:
✓ Correct answer: d) Lytton
ExplanationThe Forward policy was a set of foreign policies that aimed to extend British control and influence in the region, especially towards Afghanistan and Central Asia.It was adopted during Viceroyalty of Lord Lytton (1876-1880) in India.The policy involved securing control of targeted territories through invasion, annexation, or by creating compliant buffer states.Other notable events that took place during his tenure as Viceroy include Great Indian Famine, Second Anglo-Afghan War, Arms Act, Vernacular Press Act.181
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