Lord Mountbatten

From Independence To Integration: Sardar Patel’s Role In Unifying Hyderabad

When India gained independence in 1947, the last British Viceroy, Lord Mountbatten, was tasked with overseeing the transition of power. In this process, the British offered the 565 princely states the choice to join either India or Pakistan. Most states signed the Instrument of Accession based on their geographical considerations....

From Nehru To Modi: Here’s The Evolution Of The Prime Ministerial Oath From 1947 To 2024

As India gears up for Narendra Modi's swearing-in as the Prime Minister of India for a historic third consecutive term, the event presents the citizens of the nation with the opportunity to reflect on the oath taking ceremony that takes place during the swearing in and the evolution of the...