Integration of Indian States and Territories

The video discusses India's independence in 1947 and the subsequent integration of over 600 princely states into the Indian Union, led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It highlights the challenges faced in integrating Junagadh, Hyderabad, and Kashmir, and the eventual success in merging these regions into India. The video also covers the liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli from Portuguese rule and the integration of French colonies, including Puducherry, into India through bilateral agreements.

Who was responsible for integrating the princely states into the Indian Union?

• Subhas Chandra Bose

• Jawaharlal Nehru

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

What was the main challenge faced by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in integrating the princely states?

• Lack of resources

• Reluctance of some princely states to join India

• Resistance from the British

• Opposition from Indian citizens

Which princely state was the largest and faced significant internal resistance before joining India?

• Hyderabad

• Junagadh

• Kashmir

• Mysore

What was the name of the operation launched by the Indian government to integrate Hyderabad?

• Operation Vijay

• Operation Polo

• Operation Cactus

• Operation Blue Star

Which princely state had a ruler who initially wanted to remain independent before joining India?

• Kashmir

• Travancore

• Hyderabad

• Junagadh

What was the outcome of the struggle in Dadra and Nagar Haveli?

• They remained under Portuguese control

• They became independent countries

• They merged with Pakistan

• They were integrated into India

Which two organizations were involved in the campaign against Portuguese rule in Dadra and Nagar Haveli?

• Bharatiya Janata Party and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

• United Front of Goans and Azad Gomantak Dal

• Indian National Congress and Muslim League

• Communist Party of India and All India Forward Bloc

What was the main strategy used to integrate French-controlled regions like Puducherry into India?

• Diplomatic isolation

• Economic sanctions

• Military intervention

• Bilateral agreements and public movements

When were all French colonies in India officially merged into the Indian Union?

• 1950

• 1947

• 1954

• 1962

When was Puducherry declared a Union Territory of India?

• 1954

• 1963

• 1956

• 1962