Which princely state was annexed to India through a police action codenamed 'Operation Polo' in 1948? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which princely state was annexed to India through a police action codenamed 'Operation Polo' in 1948?
A. Kashmir
B. Junagadh
C. Manipur
D. Hyderabad
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Operation Polo was the military action launched in September 1948 to integrate the princely state of Hyderabad into the Indian Union, after the Nizam's reluctance to accede.

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