What kind of Cold War ship might carry the name Emperor or Empress of India in a scenario where the empire did not decline?
Short answerMost likely an aircraft carrier or a prestigious ocean liner, with Empress or Emperor chosen according to the monarch being honored.
NotesThe title follows the reigning monarch, making Empress of India more likely under Elizabeth II. Emperor of India could still be used if a ship were named in commemoration of her father. The vessel could be either an aircraft carrier or a cruise liner. Both choices fit the title's prestige, while political continuity and naming tradition would shape the final result.