Question

Write short notes: Decolonisation of Princely States:

Answer 1

The decolonization of princely states in India refers to the process by which the numerous autonomous states that were not directly governed by the British but were under British suzerainty were integrated into the newly independent nation of India in 1947. The process was spearheaded by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who negotiated with the rulers of these states, convincing most of them to accede to India. The integration of princely states was a complex and delicate task, with some states like Jammu and Kashmir resisting integration, leading to conflicts.