Exploring the Inter-relationships Between British India and Bhutan’s Monarchical Political System: An Analysis from 1907 to 1947

• SUKHWINDER KOUR

  University of Jammu

The article explores the interaction between British India and the embryonic monarchical political system of Bhutan from 1907 to 1947, characterised by strategic diplomacy, mutual respect, and the sharing of cultural values, which ultimately fostered a complex setting of cooperation, resistance, and collaboration. Interfacing the British colonial determinations with Bhutan’s exceptional traditions has meaningfully shaped its course of development while distinguishing its efforts to preserve sovereignty and inimitable cultural identity. Further, the study describes how constructive associations can be built amidst contradictory political systems through momentous interactions. It further highlights and reflects the resilience of Bhutan’s monarchical system, the complexities of British colonial influence in the region, and the shifting tides of power. The findings of the paper aim to augment the understanding of diplomatic history, the interplay between external powers and internal governance, and how intercultural relationships influenced Bhutan’s development and identity.

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