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Clarify the amalgamation process of the princely states into greater Rajasthan ? |
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Answer» From the geographical, caste and economic perspective, Alwar, Dholpur, Karoli, Bharatpur were alike. The rulers of four states were summoned on 27 February 1948 to Delhi. A proposal was placed in front of them that was happily accepted. As per A. K. Munshi’s suggestions, their unification was named as Matsya confederation. On 28 February, 1948 the documents were signed. On 18th March, 1948 this confederation was inaugurated by central minister N. V. Gadgil. The population of this confederation was 18 lakh and its yearly income was 2 crore. The king of Dholpur, Uday Bhan Singh was appointed royal head and council of ministers was constituted. Shobha Ram of Alwar was made Prime Minister of Matsya federation, and the 4 states involved in confederation had one representative each to form the council of Ministers. |
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