New phase in backward caste politics in Bihar: Janata Dal on the decline
By: Sanjay Kumar.
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ArticlePublisher: 1999Description: p.2472-480.Subject(s): Janata Dal | Elections - India - Bihar | Elections
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Economic and Political WeeklySummary: The process of realignment of social forces began in Bihar in the 1970s prompted by the aspirations of the middle caste groups for a share in political power. This process was most evident in the first half of 1990. The changing social composition of political representation today is a clear indicator that these castes groups have come to play a major role in state politics. However, `backwardism' may not be the nature of politics in Bihar in the future, with the assimilation of larger social groups. - Reproduced
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Indian Institute of Public Administration | Volume no: 34, Issue no: 34-35 | Available | AR42418 |
The process of realignment of social forces began in Bihar in the 1970s prompted by the aspirations of the middle caste groups for a share in political power. This process was most evident in the first half of 1990. The changing social composition of political representation today is a clear indicator that these castes groups have come to play a major role in state politics. However, `backwardism' may not be the nature of politics in Bihar in the future, with the assimilation of larger social groups. - Reproduced
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