Yadavindra Singh

ModernEmperorIndia1913 — 1974

Last Maharaja of Patiala, signed accession to India.

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Quick Facts

Born

1913

Died

1974

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)20

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score49.2

Yadavindra Singh — Complete Timeline

1938 AD

Accession as Maharaja of PatialaPolitical Action◆ Major

Yadavindra Singh succeeded his father Bhupinder Singh as Maharaja of the princely state of Patiala. He inherited a wealthy and influential Sikh state in British India, with a strong military tradition.

SuccessionPrincely StatePatiala

Impact: regional

1947 AD

Signed Instrument of Accession to IndiaPolitical Action

Yadavindra Singh signed the Instrument of Accession, integrating Patiala into the Dominion of India. This decision, made during the partition of India, ensured Patiala became part of the Indian Union rather than Pakistan.

AccessionPartitionIndian Union

Impact: nationalconstructive

1948 AD

Formation of PEPSU (Patiala and East Punjab States Union)Political Action◆ Major

Yadavindra Singh played a key role in merging Patiala with other Sikh princely states to form the Patiala and East Punjab States Union (PEPSU). He served as its Rajpramukh (ceremonial head) until 1956.

MergerPEPSUSikh States

Impact: regionalconstructive

1965 AD

Appointment as Ambassador to ItalyPolitical Action

Yadavindra Singh was appointed India's ambassador to Italy, serving until 1966. This diplomatic role marked his transition from princely ruler to a representative of the Indian government abroad.

DiplomacyAmbassadorItaly

Impact: national

1971 AD

Appointment as Ambassador to the NetherlandsPolitical Action

Yadavindra Singh was appointed India's ambassador to the Netherlands, serving until 1974. This was his second diplomatic posting, continuing his service to the Indian government after the abolition of princely titles.

DiplomacyAmbassadorNetherlands

Impact: national