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The country faced challenges postindependence from "summary" of India After Gandhi: The History of the World's Largest Democracy by Ramachandra Guha
The challenges faced by India in the aftermath of independence were immense and multifaceted. The newly independent nation had to grapple with the daunting task of nation-building, amidst widespread poverty, illiteracy, and social inequality. The partition of the country along religious lines had left behind a trail of violence and displacement, further complicating the process of rebuilding the nation. One of the most pressing challenges that India faced post-independence was the task of integrating over 500 princely states into the newly formed union. Each of these states had its own unique history, culture, and socio-political dynamics, making the process of integration a complex and delicate one. The successful integration of these princely states into the Indian union was a testament to the political acumen and vision of the country's leaders. Another major challenge that India faced in the aftermath of ...
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