Question

With reference to the news extract given above, state any four circumstances that led to the fulfilment of wishes of the people of Junagadh and its eventual accession to the Indian union.

Answer 1

1. Junagadh surrounded by Indian territory had no geographic connection with Pakistan.
2. The population was majority Hindus, which was the reason the people of Junagadh wanting to join India.
3. Nawab of Junagadh announced the accession of his state to Pakistan on 15th August 1947.
4. Nehru and Patel agreed to the idea that the final voice will that be of the people through a plebiscite.
5. Pakistan accepted Junagadh’s accession.
6. People of Junagadh were against the ruler’s decision and refused to join Pakistan and started a popular movement.
7. This forced the Nawab to flee.
8. A provisional government was established.
9. Shah Nawaz Bhutto, Dewan of Junagadh invited the Indian government to intervene.
10. Indian troops marched in.
11. A plebiscite was held in February,1948, which was in favour of joining India.