Question 491

“Elephant” is the election symbol of this political party in Assam.

Answer

Asom Gana Parishad

Why?

The correct answer is Asom Gana Parishad. Key Points Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) is a regional political party in Assam, India. The party was formed in 1985 after the Assam Accord was signed between the Indian government and the leaders of the Assam Movement. The AGP primarily represents the interests of the Assamese people and focuses on issues like illegal immigration and regional identity. The “Elephant” is the election symbol of this party, representing strength and regional identity. Important Points The AGP emerged from the six-year-long Assam Movement (1979-1985), which sought to address the problem of illegal immigrants in Assam. The party’s agenda is rooted in preserving the cultural identity and heritage of the indigenous Assamese people. The Assam Accord, signed on 15 August 1985, marked the end of the Assam Movement and paved the way for the formation of the AGP. Additional Information Bodo Land People’s Front (BPF): The BPF is a political party in Assam that primarily represents the Bodo ethnic community. It played a key role in the creation of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), a semi-autonomous region in Assam. All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF): The AIUDF is a political party in Assam that primarily represents the interests of the Muslim community. It was founded in 2005 by Maulana Badruddin Ajmal. Janata Dal (United): The JD(U) is a national political party primarily active in Bihar. It is a key ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in many states and follows a center-right political ideology.