A Socio-Political Enquiry of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was one of the key players in the creation of newly independent India. He was a courageous and visionary man, determined to face challenges and provide guidance to the cause. With his deep understanding of matters he played a notable role in the merger of the princely states into the Indian Union. Despite his legendary status as the Iron Man of India, Patel underlined the importance of bringing about change in society. It was Sardar Patel who provided leadership and direction to the administrative structure of independent India and incorporated the new objective of national reconstruction and development. This article primarily examines the idea of nation building by applying the social and political philosophy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to Indian politics.