dewan

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Ironically, it is the dewan sent in from India who leads the battle against "evil outside influences."

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The dewan considers his main task to be "the Sikkimization" of Sikkim�the attempt to preserve Sikkim's culture and identity from too much Tibetan or Chinese influence.

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In came Indian troops, and a dewan or Prime Minister furnished by India.

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Nehru sent in troops and a dewan, or political officer.

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At the same time I acquired the friendship and esteem of some of the most considerable persons of his Court, particularly Roy Dullub, the dewan already mentioned, and the famous Meer Jaffier.

From Athelstane Ford by Upward, Allen