dewan

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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.

From Time Magazine Archive

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

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

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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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An officer, called a dewan, had been established in the provinces, expressly as a check on the person who should act as farmer-general.

From The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) by Burke, Edmund