"Your Majesty, there is also a problem in this. If we sell those fertile lands of India to those Princely Ruler, will this make those Princely Ruler stronger and become too big to lose? For example, Hyderabad State, they originally had a territory of more than 100,000 square kilometers and a population of 20 million. If their territory is doubled, they will have a territory of nearly 300,000 square kilometers and a population of nearly 50 million. Even in the world, this is a country with a large population. "Empire Foreign Minister Wachth said.
Oscar shook his head. "It's not that easy. Although Hyderabad State can be regarded as the largest country in India. However, apart from a larger population, they have no other advantages. Their industry is backward and almost blank. Even if their territory and population double, they are still weak lambs in the eyes of the Empire. As long as Empire is willing, they can slaughter them at will.
In addition, India has too many kingdoms, nearly 600 large and small. There are also many country states that are not inferior to Hyderabad State. After their strength expands, they will check and balance each other. This will leave them with no energy to resist Empire.
Besides, although India parties, large and small, have different ideas, their goals are the same. That is to hope that India can be independent. And this obviously creates a huge conflict with the interests of those Princely Ruler. Therefore, those Princely Ruler will never let those parties do whatever they want. By then, fierce conflicts and wars may break out between them. In that case, their energy will be spent on suppressing the rebellion of those parties. This makes them only move closer to the Empire instead of betraying Empire. After all, with the support of the Empire, they can keep their position and wealth, and maintain their current life of fine clothing and fine food.
Finally, those Princely Ruler are almost all people who indulge in pleasure and have no fighting spirit at all. Betraying Empire will cost you a lot, even your own life. I think those guys definitely don't have the courage. Therefore, there is no need to worry that after their strength increases, it will be detrimental to the Empire! "
Empire and Military and Political Ministers nodded repeatedly. Oscar's analysis is undoubtedly spot on. It can be said that those Princely Rulers of India are completely like a group of parasites, parasitizing on HMS Indomitable's bodies and sucking their blood. Without the protection of the Empire, they would not even be able to keep their own power and even lose their lives in the ensuing passionate resistance. Under such circumstances, only a fool would abandon Empire, a great supporter. After all, German Empire is the overlord of the world. Is there anyone with thicker thighs than German Empire?
"Your Majesty, your analysis is indeed very reasonable. However, we have to guard against the machinations of those enemies. Those enemies of the Empire will not let Empire rule India safely. India gained wealth. If we give the power to manage India to those Princely Ruler, they will definitely sow discord." Empire Foreign Minister Wachth continued.
Oscar nodded. "Indeed, this is entirely possible. In order to defeat Empire and pull Empire down from the throne of world dominance, those guys will definitely do anything they can. Therefore, we distribute the management power of India to those Princely Ruler. But equally, Empire needs to maintain strong military power in India. It is necessary for the Imperial Army to keep an army in India and then recruit a force from India that is completely loyal to the Empire. I don't agree with the rubbish Anglo-Indian Army built by the Britain people. The army established by the Empire in India must have strong combat effectiveness. Empire does not expect them to fight against the enemies of the Empire, but they must be able to suppress the rebellion of India. In that case, Empire can ensure its dominance over India."
What Oscar said about assigning the management power of India to Princely Ruler does not mean that Oscar will give up its rule over India. Nominally, India will still be the colony of Germany. Diplomacy still needs to be consistent with Germany. At the same time, Germany must retain the right to station troops in India.
"Your Majesty, I propose that we allocate the territories of India to those Princely Ruler, in addition to exchanging wealth. Empire also pays tribute every year A certain amount of tax revenue needs to be obtained from India. Each state will share it according to its population, territorial area and resource conditions. In this case, I think Empire will be able to receive it from India every year. has gained a fortune. Although it is not as good as the wealth gained from selling land to Princely Ruler, it is better than the steady flow of money. In that case, we can at least get from India every year. The income of more than 12 billion Mark will be a great supplement to the Empire's finances," Imperial Prime Minister Bülow said.
"Well, this is also a good idea. Although India's economy is underdeveloped, it is rich in resources. At the same time, HMS Indomitable has a large population, and most people are submissive. If those Princely Ruler are exploited more ruthlessly, they will be able to start from Those HMS Indomitable have exploited enough wealth. In that case, we only need to share a part of it, which will be a huge supplement to the Empire's finances." Oscar said.
"Wachth, talk to Mir Osman Ali Khan. Test his reaction. If they are willing to accept it, then let's do it!" Oscar said.
Although India has fertile land and rich resources. But Oscar is not very concerned about that territory at all. What he cares about is how much wealth German Empire can get from India. If he can get massive wealth from India and get it every year, then this will make him very satisfied. As for whether HMS Indomitable is living in dire straits, Oscar doesn't care. He doesn't care whether HMS Indomitable lives or lives. What he cares about is German Empire's dominance.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Wachth nodded.
That evening, Wachth went to the hotel where Mir Osman Ali Khan was staying. During the chat, Germany's plan to deal with India was revealed to Mir Osman Ali Khan.
Suddenly, Osman Ali Khan was stunned. He never thought that the Germany people would actually give up direct rule of India. As a Princely Ruler, he knows very well how rich India is, and those docile HMS Indomitable are no different from slaves. The Germany people's solution was like a big piece of pie that hit him on the head.