Question

When did Kashmir became part of Union of India?

• A. ${26}^{th}$ October 1947
• B. ${24}^{th}$ October 1948
• C. ${15}^{th}$ August 1947
• D. ${26}^{th}$ January 1950

Answer 1

The correct option is A ${26}^{th}$ October 1947

The Instrument of Accession (IoA) is a legal document executed by Maharaja Hari Singh, the then ruler of the princely state of Jammu & Kashmir, on October 26, 1947, declaring that the state accedes to India.