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How many princely states were there at the time of Indian Independence?
How many princely states were there at the time of Indian Independence?
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The correct option is A 562
There were total 562 princely states at the time of Indian Independence. These 562 princely states, having different types of revenue sharing arrangements with the British, often depending on their size, population and local conditions. In 1947, princely states covered 40% of the area of pre-independence India and constituted 23% of its population.
There were total 562 princely states at the time of Indian Independence. These 562 princely states, having different types of revenue sharing arrangements with the British, often depending on their size, population and local conditions. In 1947, princely states covered 40% of the area of pre-independence India and constituted 23% of its population.
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