h) Three major independent native powers in the Deccan in 18th century
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This article is about this princely state in India from 1724–1948. For the Indian State from 1948–1956, see Hyderabad State (1948–1956). For the modern state, see Telangana.
Hyderabad State (About this soundpronunciation (help·info)), also known as Hyderabad Deccan,[8] was an Indian princely state located in the south-central region of India with its capital at the city of Hyderabad. It is now divided into the state of Telangana, the Hyderabad-Karnataka region of Karnataka, and the Marathwada region of Maharashtra.
State of Hyderabad
Deccan
1724–1948
Flag of Hyderabad State
Flag
Coat of arms of Hyderabad State
Coat of arms
Motto: "Al Azmat Allah"
(Greatness belongs to God)
"Ya Osman"
(Oh Osman)
Hyderabad (dark green) and Berar Province, not a part of Hyderabad State but also the Nizam's Dominion between 1853 and 1903 (light green)
Hyderabad (dark green) and Berar Province, not a part of Hyderabad State but also the Nizam's Dominion between 1853 and 1903 (light green)
Status
Independent/Mughal Successor State (1724–1798)
Princely state of British India (1798–1947)
Unrecognised state (1947–1948)
Capital
Aurangabad (1724–1763)
Hyderabad (1763–1948)
Common languages
Telugu (48.2%, widely spoken)
Urdu (10.3%,[1])
Marathi (26.4%)
Kannada (12.3%)[2]
Religion
Hinduism (81%)
Islam (13% and State Religion)[3]
Christianity and others (6%)[4]
Government
Independent/Mughal Successor State (1724–1798)[5][6]
Princely State (1798–1950)
Nizam
• 1720–48
Qamaruddin Khan (first)
• 1911–56
Sir Mir Osman Ali Khan (last, also was Rajpramukh from 1950)
Prime Minister
• 1724–1730
Iwaz Khan (first)
• 1947–1948
Mir Laiq Ali (Last)
Historical era
.
• Established
1724
• Telangana Rebellion
1946
• Annexation by India[7]
18 September 1948
• States Reorganisation Act
1 November 1956
Area
1941
215,339 km2 (83,143 sq mi)
Population
• 1941
16,340,000
Currency
Hyderabadi rupee
Preceded by Succeeded by
Mughal Empire
Maratha Empire
Hyderabad State (1948–56)
Today part of
Telangana
Andhra Pradesh
Maharashtra
Karnataka
The state was ruled from 1724 to 1857 by the Nizam, who was initially a viceroy of the Mughal empire in the Deccan. Hyderabad gradually became the first princely state to come under British paramountcy signing a subsidiary alliance agreement. During British rule in 1901 the state had an average revenue of Rs.417,00,000, making it the wealthiest princely state in India.[9] The native inhabitants of Hyderabad Deccan, regardless of ethnic origin, are called "Mulki" (countryman), a term still used today.[10][11]
The dynasty declared itself an independent monarchy during the final years of the British Raj. After the Partition of India, Hyderabad signed a standstill agreement with the new dominion of India, continuing all previous arrangements except for the stationing of Indian troops in the state. Hyderabad's location in the middle of the Indian union, as well as its diverse cultural heritage, was a driving force behind India's annexation of the state in 1948.[12] Subsequently, Mir Osman Ali Khan, the 7th Nizam, signed an instrument of accession, joining India.[13]
On 22 February 1937 a cover story by Time called Osman Ali Khan, Asif Jah VII the wealthiest man in the world
Answer:
Explanation:
The state of Hyderabad was founded by Nizam-ul-Mulk Asafjah in 1724. He was one of the leading nobles of the post-Aurangzeb era. He played a leading role in the overthrow of the Saiyid brothers and was rewarded with the viceroyalty of the Deccan. From 1720 to 1722 he consolidated his hold over the Deccan by suppressing all opposition to his viceroyalty and organising the administration on efficient lines.
From 1722 to 1724 he was the wazir of the empire. But he soon got disgusted with that office as the Emperor Muhammad Shah frustrated all his attempts at reforming the administration. So he decided to go back to the Deccan where he could safely maintain his supremacy. Here he laid the foundations of the Hyderabad State which he ruled with a strong han