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Q. Who among the following was the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir?
Answer: Hari Singh
Notes: The last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir was Hari Singh. After India's Independence in 1947, Hari Singh could have joined India, joined Pakistan, or remained independent. Pashtun Tribesman of Pakistan invaded Kashmir and defeated Hari Singh. During that emergency condition following the suggestion of Lord Mountbatten, Hari Singh accede Jammu and Kashmir to India.

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