Integration of Princely States
History ⇒ Modern Indian History
Integration of Princely States starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the events that led to the annexation of Junagadh by India.
Describe the role of V.P. Menon in the integration of princely states.
Discuss the consequences of the abolition of privy purses for the former rulers of princely states.
Discuss the role of the Indian National Congress in the integration of princely states.
Explain the difference between a princely state and a British province in pre-independence India.
Explain the impact of the integration of princely states on the political map of India.
Explain the significance of the Instrument of Accession in the integration of princely states.
Explain why the integration of princely states was important for the unity and integrity of India.
The Instrument of Accession was a legal document that allowed princely states to join which two dominions?
What was the fate of the rulers of princely states after integration into India?
What was the main challenge faced by the Indian government in integrating the princely states?
What was the main provision of the Instrument of Accession regarding the powers of the Indian government over the princely states?
What was the Standstill Agreement in the context of princely states?
Who was the chief architect of the integration of princely states in India after independence?
Assess the impact of the integration of princely states on the federal structure of India as outlined in the Constitution of 1950.
Consider the following scenario: A princely state with a majority Hindu population and a Muslim ruler hesitated to join either India or Pakistan, leading to political unrest and intervention by the Indian government. Identify the state and explain the steps taken by the Indian government to resolve the situation.
Critically evaluate the challenges faced by the Indian government in integrating the princely states of the North-East, with special reference to the role of local ethnic identities and geographical factors.
Discuss the constitutional and political implications of the abolition of the privy purse system for the integration of former princely states into the Indian Union.
Explain the process and significance of the 'merger agreements' signed by the rulers of princely states after the initial Instrument of Accession. How did these agreements differ from the Instrument of Accession?
