Abstract
This study attempts to understand the origin and growth of the BJP and its dynamic role in Indian politics from its establishment to date. The BJP has become India’s most popular political party and came into power a couple of times. This party is a right-wing party, and by using a philosophy of Hindutva( Hindu religious sentiments, slogans, symbols, and instilling hatred against non-Hindus particularly, Muslims, it gained popularity and power, especially in the general elections of 2014. The ethical policies of BJP have severe implications for India and South Asia. It is of immense importance to understand its background, organization, philosophy, leadership, and struggle which enabled the BJP to become the most powerful single political party in India by defeating seasoned and well_x0002_organized parties in India. This study tries to find the answer to the following queries: What were the factors responsible for the establishment of the BJP; what role did it play during the Indian freedom movement; what was its role as an opposition party and how it emerged as a successful political party which won elections.
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