A Historical Approach towards Baloch-British Contact: An analysis of Baloch Wars with the Colonial forces (1839-41)

Balochistan, due to its strategic position, has faced a myriad of invaders such as Persians, Mughals and finally the British. British contact with Kalat was initially established in late eighteenth century by travelers, who were sent Indian Government gather ample information about Balochistan. By1830’s India eager expand their borders into central Asia. Therefore, embarked on strategy install friendly governments northwest frontier that would provide buffer zone protect Empire from foreign enemies. lying at India, came under consideration. In 1838; anticipated establishing relation state Finally, concluded treaty Mehrab Khan subsequently, ruler Balochistan during first Anglo-Afghan war for safe passage through territory. contrary, army much resistance trouble while advancing towards Afghanistan. This created anger among policy makers resultantly, assaulted. Throughout occupation civil an unpredicted unprecedented scale. They revolted against interference fought them, which resulted submission rule Nasir II. paper is attempt continue history Baloch events occurred betwixt 1839 1841.