MR. GRANT DUFFasked the Under Secretary of State for India, What number of troops the Indian Government has at present within the dominions of the Khan of Khelat, where they, are stationed, and on what duties they are employed; and, whether any arrangements have been come to with the Ameer of Afghanistan for the residence of a European servant of the Indian Government at Herat or at any other place within Afghan territory?
§ LORD GEORGE HAMILTONSir, so far as we know, the only troops at present within the territories of the Khan of Khelat are the escort sent with Major Sandeman, who was deputed by the late Viceroy to settle the disputes between the Khan and his Sirdars, and arrange for the undisturbed passage of caravans through the Bolan Pass. Major Sandeman remains in Khelat territory at the request of the Khan.
§ LORD GEORGE HAMILTONI believe somewhat under 1,000 men.
§ LORD GEORGE HAMILTONI am not certain where they are at the present moment. They will no doubt move about the country as circumstances require.