The interest of the British Government of India in Afghanistan in the 19th century came about in order to
A. make use of the natural resources of Afghanistan
B. ensure that the Russian empire did not have an influence over Afghanistan
C. increase the reach of the British empire
D. establish a monopoly over the markets of Afghanistan
Answer:B
The interest of the British Government of India in Afghanistan in the 19th century came about in order to
A. make use of the natural resources of Afghanistan B. ensure that the Russian empire did not have an influence over Afghanistan C. increase the reach of the British empire D. establish a monopoly over the markets of Afghanistan