What was the single most significant contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to Indian History?
A
He was responsible for the acceptance of the Mountbatten Plan by the Congress
B
As the Home Minister of free India he brought about the integration of 600-odd Indian States with the Indian Republic
C
He was the leading light of Mahatma Gandhi's NonCooperation and Civil Disobedience Movements
D
As President of the Indian National Congress he engineered the passing of the Quit India Resolution
Correct Answer: As the Home Minister of free India he brought about the integration of 600-odd Indian States with the Indian Republic
Vallabhbhai Patel (31 October 1875 – 15 December 1950), popularly known as Sardar Patel, was an Indian politician. He served as the first Deputy Prime Minister of India.