7.4.4 - Sikkim's Merger
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What was the protectorate status of Sikkim?
💡 Hint: Think about which roles Sikkim retained and which it surrendered.
Who was the Chogyal?
💡 Hint: Is he the leader representing the majority or minority community in Sikkim?
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What was Sikkim's status before merging with India?
💡 Hint: Think about how much control India had over Sikkim's governance.
True or False: The Chogyal fully supported the merger of Sikkim with India.
💡 Hint: Consider the Chogyal's stance on the integration process.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of the democratic process in Sikkim's integration into India. Were there weaknesses, and how could they be addressed in future scenarios?
💡 Hint: Think about how legitimacy and representation can be improved in future integrations.
Propose a model for integrating regions similar to Sikkim in the future, emphasizing the role of democracy, local governance, and federalism.
💡 Hint: Consider how past experiences can shape future governance structures.
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