Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following is NOT a national political party?

Options:

Bahujan Samaj Party

National Conference

Bhartiya Janata Party

Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M))

Correct Answer:

National Conference

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - National Conference

The National Conference is NOT a national political party.

As of today, April , 2024, there are six National Parties in India. These parties are recognized based on their electoral performance across various states in the country.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): The current ruling party at the center, BJP follows a right-wing ideology with principles of Hindutva and Integral humanism.

Indian National Congress (INC): One of the oldest political parties in India, INC has a center-left ideology and is known for its role in the Indian independence movement.

Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)): A left-wing party following communist ideology, CPI(M) is strongest in the state of Kerala.

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP): Founded to represent the interests of Dalits, a historically disadvantaged community in India, BSP follows an ideology of social justice.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP): A relatively new entrant, AAP has gained prominence with its focus on anti-corruption measures and common man's issues.

National People's Party (NPP): The only national party from North-East India, NPP focuses on regional development issues of the North-Eastern states.