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Question
Which one of the following is a princely state of India that initially resisted joining the Indian Union?
Options
Baroda
Hyderabad
Mysore
Gwalior
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Solution
Hyderabad
Explanation:
The Nizam of Hyderabad was initially averse to joining the Indian Union. In November 1947, he signed a one-year standstill arrangement with India while negotiations with the Indian government continued. In September 1948, the Indian army intervened to suppress Nizam's men (Razakars). After several days of warfare, the Nizam surrendered, and Hyderabad was integrated into India.
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