Kashmir's accession dispute originated from the decision of which ruler at the time of Partition?
- A. Maharaja Hari Singh ✓
- B. Nizam of Hyderabad
- C. Nawab of Junagadh
- D. Raja of Jammu
Correct answer
A. Maharaja Hari Singh
Explanation
Maharaja Hari Singh, the Hindu ruler of Muslim-majority Kashmir, delayed accession before eventually acceding to India amid conflict in 1947.