Multiple choice

Who was the first Defence Minister of India?

  1. Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel

  2. Swaran Singh

  3. Baldev Singh

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Baldev Singh became India's first Defence Minister in 1947 under Prime Minister Nehru. Sardar Patel was Home Minister, Swaran Singh served later as Foreign Minister, and 'None of these' is incorrect. Baldev Singh played a crucial role during the 1947 Kashmir conflict and partition.

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