Zubrzycki, John
Dethroned: The Downfall of India's Princely States
- ISBN 13:
- 9781805260530
- author:
- Zubrzycki, John
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Hurst & Co.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 360
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 16.8 x 5.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Religion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The dramatic true story of India's princely states is one of betrayal and intrigue. In July 1947, Lord Louis Mountbatten delivered a crucial speech to the Chamber of Princes in New Delhi, with just three weeks to convince over 550 sovereign states to join a free India or declare independence. The fate of these states was sealed by a complex web of politics and brinkmanship, involving key figures such as V.P. Menon and Vallabhbhai Patel. As violence erupted in Kashmir and Indian troops crushed Hyderabad's dreams of independence, many princes accepted the inevitable, exchanging power for guarantees of privileges and titles. However, their dynasties were ultimately brought to an end by political expediency, leaving them with fading memories of a glorified past. This book explores the events that led to the downfall of India's princely states, shedding light on a pivotal moment in the country's history.
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