Which policy initiative of Indira Gandhi was criticised as "breach of faith with the princes"?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Abolition of Privy Purse
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In 1971, Indira Gandhi abolished the Privy Purse and special privileges given to former princes, which had been guaranteed at the time of their accession to India.
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Morarji Desai called this move a “breach of faith with the princes”, since these payments were part of the negotiated settlement during integration.