Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
1. The challenges faced in integrating the princely state of Hyderabad into the Indian Union were met through a combination of diplomatic negotiations, political acumen, and decisive military action when necessary. Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the challenges in the integration of Hyderabad and how they were overcome.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of India at independence.
Body:
First, write about the various challenges in the integration of the princely state of Hyderabad – Nizam’s desire to remain independent, communal clashes, Razakar attacks, lack of administrative structures etc.
In the next part, write about the various steps that were taken in this regard to integrate Hyderabad with India.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
