Question

How did Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel succeed in unification of provinces of India?

Answer 1

Sardar Patel handled effectively the integration of the princely states with his diplomatic skills and foresightedness. He followed an iron-handed policy and made it clear that he did not recognize the right of any state to remain independent and in isolation, within India. Patel also appealed to the patriotic and national sentiments of the Princes and invited them to join the forming of a democratic constitution in the national interest. He persuaded them to surrender defence, foreign affairs and communication to the government of India.