What does the cryptic crossword clue "Country’s popular backing, after a revolution (5)" mean?

The definition is "Country". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. IN (synonym of "popular") + AID (synonym of "backing,") [reversal: "revolution"]; definition: "Country's" The answer is INDIA.

Country’s popular backing, after a revolution (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29496 | 13 Across | 2024-09-24 flower

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