Which act essentially established the British government as the protector of Indian rights and the Indian tribes as its wards?

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The Proclamation Act of 1763 was issued by King George III following Great Britain's acquisition of French territory in North America after the end of the French and Indian War/Seven Years' War. It forbade settlers from settling past a line drawn along the Appalachian Mountains, which was intended to minimize conflicts between settlers and Native American tribes. Thus, it can be seen as an early attempt by the British government to act in a protective role over Native American rights, establishing the tribes in a way as wards of the state.

Which Act Essentially Established the British Government as the Protector