The 'India Independence Act' provided that British suzerainty over princely states would lapse. How many states acceded to India at that time? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'India Independence Act' provided that British suzerainty over princely states would lapse. How many states acceded to India at that time?
A. Only major states
B. All 560+
C. Only 100
D. All except Kashmir, Hyderabad, and Junagadh
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
At independence, most states acceded except Kashmir (held out), Hyderabad, and Junagadh, which were later integrated.
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