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Case Studies of Political Integration in India

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Which of the following is not a case study of political integration in India?

  1. The Integration of Sikkim

  2. The Integration of Goa

  3. The Integration of Kashmir

  4. The Integration of Hyderabad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Integration of Kashmir is not a case study of political integration in India because Kashmir is a disputed territory between India and Pakistan.

The Integration of Sikkim was completed in which year?

  1. 1975

  2. 1976

  3. 1977

  4. 1978


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Sikkim was completed in 1975 when Sikkim became the 22nd state of India.

The Integration of Goa was completed in which year?

  1. 1961

  2. 1962

  3. 1963

  4. 1964


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Goa was completed in 1961 when Goa became a union territory of India.

The Integration of Hyderabad was completed in which year?

  1. 1948

  2. 1949

  3. 1950

  4. 1951


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Hyderabad was completed in 1948 when Hyderabad became a state of India.

Which of the following was the main reason for the Integration of Sikkim?

  1. Sikkim's strategic location

  2. Sikkim's economic backwardness

  3. Sikkim's political instability

  4. Sikkim's cultural affinity with India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikkim's strategic location was the main reason for its Integration with India. Sikkim is located in the Himalayas and borders China and Nepal. Its strategic location makes it important for India's security.

Which of the following was the main reason for the Integration of Goa?

  1. Goa's strategic location

  2. Goa's economic backwardness

  3. Goa's political instability

  4. Goa's cultural affinity with India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Goa's strategic location was the main reason for its Integration with India. Goa is located on the west coast of India and has a long coastline. Its strategic location makes it important for India's security.

Which of the following was the main reason for the Integration of Hyderabad?

  1. Hyderabad's strategic location

  2. Hyderabad's economic backwardness

  3. Hyderabad's political instability

  4. Hyderabad's cultural affinity with India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad's strategic location was the main reason for its Integration with India. Hyderabad is located in the center of India and is surrounded by several states. Its strategic location makes it important for India's security.

Which of the following was the main challenge faced during the Integration of Sikkim?

  1. Sikkim's resistance to Integration

  2. China's opposition to Integration

  3. Nepal's opposition to Integration

  4. Bhutan's opposition to Integration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikkim's resistance to Integration was the main challenge faced during its Integration with India. The Chogyal of Sikkim, Palden Thondup Namgyal, was initially opposed to Integration. However, he eventually agreed to Integration after a referendum was held in Sikkim in 1975.

Which of the following was the main challenge faced during the Integration of Goa?

  1. Goa's resistance to Integration

  2. Portugal's opposition to Integration

  3. India's military unpreparedness

  4. International pressure against Integration


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Portugal's opposition to Integration was the main challenge faced during the Integration of Goa. Portugal refused to recognize India's claim to Goa and even sent troops to defend the territory. India eventually annexed Goa in 1961 after a military operation.

Which of the following was the main challenge faced during the Integration of Hyderabad?

  1. Hyderabad's resistance to Integration

  2. Pakistan's opposition to Integration

  3. India's military unpreparedness

  4. International pressure against Integration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad's resistance to Integration was the main challenge faced during its Integration with India. The Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan, was initially opposed to Integration. However, he eventually agreed to Integration after a military operation was launched by India in 1948.

The Integration of Sikkim was a success because:

  1. Sikkim's people were willing to join India.

  2. India was able to overcome China's opposition.

  3. India was able to overcome Nepal's opposition.

  4. India was able to overcome Bhutan's opposition.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Sikkim was a success because Sikkim's people were willing to join India. This was evident from the referendum held in Sikkim in 1975, in which a majority of the people voted in favor of Integration.

The Integration of Goa was a success because:

  1. Goa's people were willing to join India.

  2. India was able to overcome Portugal's opposition.

  3. India was able to overcome the United States' opposition.

  4. India was able to overcome the United Kingdom's opposition.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Goa was a success because Goa's people were willing to join India. This was evident from the opinion polls conducted in Goa in 1961, which showed that a majority of the people were in favor of Integration.

The Integration of Hyderabad was a success because:

  1. Hyderabad's people were willing to join India.

  2. India was able to overcome Pakistan's opposition.

  3. India was able to overcome the United States' opposition.

  4. India was able to overcome the United Kingdom's opposition.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integration of Hyderabad was a success because Hyderabad's people were willing to join India. This was evident from the referendum held in Hyderabad in 1948, in which a majority of the people voted in favor of Integration.

The case studies of political integration in India show that:

  1. Political integration is a complex process.

  2. Political integration can be achieved through different means.

  3. Political integration is always successful.

  4. Political integration is always peaceful.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The case studies of political integration in India show that political integration is a complex process. It involves a number of factors, including the willingness of the people to join India, the opposition of other countries, and the military preparedness of India.

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