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Easy learning resources for students to explore Patel’s life, values, and legacy.
Student Learning Corner
The Childhood of
Vallabhbhai Patel
A simple story of how a village boy learned courage and leadership.
How Patel United the
Nation
A kid-friendly tale of how Patel helped unite many regions into one country.
Helping the People of
Bardoli
An easy explanation of the Bardoli Satyagraha and how he helped farmers.
What We Learn From Sardar
Patel
Short points on values like unity, honesty and responsibility.
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Teachers Resource Pack
Lesson Plans
Structured, step-by-step lesson plans to help teachers present Patel’s life.
- Early Life & Family Background
- Bardoli Satyagraha Explained
- Integration of Princely States
- Leadership Qualities Discussion
- Modern India & Civil Services
Quiz Questions
Ready-made quizzes for classroom activities, competitions, or quick assessments.
- Multiple Choice Questions
- True/False Worksheets
- Rapid Fire Round
- Printable Quiz Papers
- Team-Based Activities
Presentation Kits
Teacher-ready slide decks and media kits to visually explain Patel’s life, events, and national impact.
- Biography Slide Deck
- Event Timeline Slides
- Leadership Themes
- Historic Photo Collection
- Video Clips (Optional)
Curated Academic Studies & Scholarly Work
Research Papers Archive
“Dive into in-depth academic resources, including university research publications and fellowship directories.”
The Administrative Vision of Sardar Patel
Prof. Meera Kulkarni — Delhi University
A detailed examination of Patel’s approach to governance, decentralization, and modern administrative structures.
Integration of Princely States: A Political Study
Dr. Rohan Deshpande — University of Pune
Analyzes Patel’s strategy, diplomatic skills, and policy framework behind integrating 562 princely states.
Patel and Nation-Building: A Comparative Leadership Review
MSU Baroda — Research Cell
Compares Patel’s leadership with global nation-builders, highlighting his decisive governance style.
Patel Studies Junior Fellowship
Eligibility: M.A. / M.Phil students
Focus: Patel’s political life, philosophy, administrative reforms
Includes: Monthly stipend + publication support
National Archive Research Grant
Eligibility: PhD scholars
Focus: Archival research on letters, speeches, civil services reforms
Support: Access to rare archives + mentorship
Young Scholars Research Award
Eligibility: Undergraduate students
Area: Social impact, unity, rural movements
Dr. Meera Kulkarni
Delhi University
Focus: Governance, administrative history
Publications: 12 papers | 1 book
Prof. Anirudh Singh
Hyderabad Central University
Focus: Freedom Movement, Bardoli Satyagraha
Publications: 9 papers
Dr. Riya Thomas
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Focus: Rural reforms, community movements
Publications: 7 papers
Research Institutions
• Centre for Patel Studies, Ahmedabad
• Modern Indian History Dept., Pune University
• Institute of National Integration Research, Delhi
• Fellowship Resource Centre, Baroda
