When the Constituent Assembly met for its initial sessions, why did the 93 seats allocated to the Princely States remain completely vacant?

Introduction, Making & Features of the Constitution — question ID 1238

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Explanation

The 93 seats allotted to the princely states were not filled at the inception because they decided to adopt a cautious diplomatic approach and stay away from the Constituent Assembly. Over time, starting with the Baroda representatives in April 1947, they gradually integrated into the layout.