Which of the following was the independent state established by Nizam-ul-Mulk?

Q. Which of the following was the independent state established by Nizam-ul-Mulk?

(a) Kanpur

(b) Oudh

(c) Hyderabad

(d) Bengal

Ans: (c) Hyderabad

Explanation: The independent state established by Nizam-ul-Mulk was (c) Hyderabad.

Nizam-ul-Mulk, also known as Asaf Jah I, founded the princely state of Hyderabad in the Deccan region of India in 1724. The state of Hyderabad, also referred to as the Hyderabad State or the Nizam’s Dominion, existed as an independent entity under the rule of the Nizams for several centuries.

Hyderabad became one of the largest and wealthiest princely states in India, with its own government, administration, and military forces. It remained independent until 1948 when it was annexed by India following the Operation Polo, integrating it into the Indian Union.

Therefore, the correct answer is option (c) Hyderabad.