Rashtriya Janata Dal
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), founded in 1997, is a major political party in India. Explore its latest activities, statements, and role in the current political landscape.
Current vs. Opposition
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Ruling Party (National)
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD)
Opposition Party
History & Achievements
Social justice Secularism Equality Democratic socialism Representation of socially and economically disadvantaged communities
1997–2005 | 2004–2009 | 2015–2017 | 2022–2024
History
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) was established on 5 July 1997 under the leadership of Lalu Prasad Yadav after separating from the Janata Dal. The party developed a major political base in Bihar and has also had a political presence in Jharkhand and other parts of India. From its formation, RJD has identified social justice, secularism, equality and representation of disadvantaged communities as important themes in its political programme. The party became an important political force in Bihar during the late 1990s and 2000s. RJD participated in national politics and was part of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) during the period when Lalu Prasad Yadav served as Union Minister for Railways from 2004 to 2009. In Bihar, RJD has participated in different political alliances and governments. In the 2015 Bihar Assembly election, RJD contested as part of the Mahagathbandhan and became the largest party in the Bihar Legislative Assembly at that election. The party has continued to participate in Bihar and national elections, with employment, education, healthcare, social justice, representation and development among issues highlighted in its political programmes
Achievements
Formation of a major political organisation with a strong political base in Bihar. Participation in Bihar state governments during different periods. Participation in national coalition politics and the United Progressive Alliance. Representation of Bihar in the Union Council of Ministers through Lalu Prasad Yadav's tenure as Union Railway Minister from 2004 to 2009. Strong electoral presence in Bihar and representation in the Bihar Legislative Assembly and Parliament. Advocacy for social justice and political representation of backward classes, Dalits, minorities and economically disadvantaged communities. Participation in the 2015 Bihar Mahagathbandhan government. Continued participation in state and national elections and public policy debates.
Rashtriya Janata Dal News
Youth and Opposition Protests Target CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over Electoral Roll Revision
Hundreds of protesters were detained in Delhi during demonstrations demanding action against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. AISA, opposition parties and civil society groups joined the protests, while the Election Commission maintains that voter-list revision is part of its statutory responsibilities.
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Bihar Politics: JD(U) Reiterates Position on Uniform Civil Code
The Uniform Civil Code has emerged as a fresh political issue in Bihar after JD(U) leaders reiterated that the party does not support implementing a UCC in the state, while BJP leaders have backed the proposal at the national level.
