Question

Who among the following proposed a ‘Policy of Pacification' with the Paharias in 1770 in Bhagalpur?

• A. William Hodge
• B. Augustus Cleveland
• C. George Chinray
• D. Captain Cook

Hint:

While studying a particular policy or initiative, make a list of all the figures involved in it, and their roles.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Augustus Cleveland: Augustus Cleveland was a British administrator who devised a ‘Policy of Pacification’ for the Paharias in Bhagalpur during the 1770s. He tried to establish peace with the Paharias by providing them a regular salary. 
William Hodge: William Hodge was an artist, and was not associated with the British policy of pacification. 
George Chinray: George Chinray was a British official, however, he is not associated with this policy. 
Captain Cook: Captain Cook was a British explorer and not an administrator. Hence, he has no connection with the pacification of the paharias.