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 100

B. Only major states

C. All except Kashmir, Hyderabad, and Junagadh

D. All 560+

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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