India's communists once ruled millions. What happened to them?
India's communist parties have lost their last remaining state government in Kerala, marking the end of a long era of communist influence in Indian politics. The decline follows decades of governance in states like West Bengal and Tripura, where the parties once held significant power.
Why it matters
The decline of the communist movement in India represents a major shift in the country's political landscape and the evolution of its democratic coalition systems.
CPI(M), CPI: India's communists once ruled millions. What happened to them?
The article provides a historical overview and analysis of political trends without overt partisan bias.
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