The 'Maharaja of Kashmir' signed the Instrument of Accession on 26 October 1947. Who was the Prime Minister of Kashmir at that time? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Maharaja of Kashmir' signed the Instrument of Accession on 26 October 1947. Who was the Prime Minister of Kashmir at that time?
A. Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad
B. Sheikh Abdullah
C. G. M. Sadiq
D. Mehr Chand Mahajan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mehr Chand Mahajan was appointed Prime Minister just before the accession, and he countersigned the Instrument.

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