South AsiaAsia
Jammu and Kashmir (princely state)
Jammu and Kashmir was a princely state created when the British sold Kashmir to the Dogra ruler Gulab Singh in 1846 after the First Anglo-Sikh War. It had a Muslim majority under Hindu rulers. Its accession to India in 1947 led to the Kashmir conflict.
Key facts
| Dates | 1846 – 1947 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | South Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Type | princely state |
| Capitals | Srinagar, Jammu |
| Founder | Gulab Singh |
| Religion(s) | Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.