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

The 'India Independence Act' provided that British suzerainty over princely states would lapse. How many states acceded to India at that time?
A. All 560+
B. Only 100
C. All except Kashmir, Hyderabad, and Junagadh
D. Only major states
Answer: Option C
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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