Against which native state was Sardar Patel compelled to use police force?

Correct option is D

The princely state of Hyderabad, ruled by the Nizam, was one of the largest and most prosperous princely states in
British India. After India gained independence in 1947, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, as the Home Minister and Deputy
Prime Minister, sought to integrate Hyderabad into the Indian Union. However, the Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali
Khan, refused to join India and instead attempted to maintain independence with support from Pakistan.
The Nizam’s administration also encouraged a militant group called the Razakars, who were committing atrocities
against Hindus and pro-Indian civilians. As diplomatic efforts failed, Patel took military action under "Operation Polo", a
swift five-day military operation in September 1948. The Indian Army entered Hyderabad, overpowered the Nizam's
forces, and successfully integrated Hyderabad into India.
Information Booster:
• Operation Polo: The military operation to annex Hyderabad was executed between 13th and 17th September 1948.
• Commander of Indian Forces: Major General J.N. Chaudhuri led the Indian Army.
• Surrender of Hyderabad: The Nizam surrendered on 17th September 1948 and later acceded to India.
• End of Razakar Rule: The operation dismantled the oppressive Razakar militia.
• Integration into India: Hyderabad was later reorganized and merged with the Indian Union.
Additional Knowledge:
• Bhopal: The Nawab of Bhopal was initially reluctant to join India but later agreed without military intervention.
•Jammu & Kashmir: India did not use police force but rather sent military troops after the Instrument of Accession was
signed on 26th October 1947 due to the invasion by Pakistani forces.
• Junagarh: The Nawab of Junagarh opted to join Pakistan, but the people of Junagarh revolted. A plebiscite was
conducted in February 1948, and the region was peacefully merged into India.