Question

Explain the following statement with reason.

Ultimately the princely state of Hyderabad was merged in India.

Answer 1

1. Hyderabad was under Nizam's rule, it was the largest among princely states along with Telugu, Kannada, and Marathi regional sections.
2. Various organizations were formed to fight against Nizam's policies for his people.
3. Swami Ramanand Tirth alongside loyal workers was leading this organization to gain freedom from the Nizam.
4. Hyderabad State Congress passed a resolution that Hyderabad will merge with India and this was not liked by Nizam, he was willing to join Pakistan.
5. The people of Hyderabad wanted to merge with India.
6. Kasim Razvi formed ‘The razakar’ organisation against people.
7. In the end, the Indian Government launched a police campaign against Nizam, under the name ‘Operation Polo’.
8. In 1948 Nizam surrendered and Hyderabad merged into India.