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केरल की राजनीतिक व्यवस्था और राज्य राजनीति

Author(s) डॉ. अशोक मूलवानी
Country India
Abstract Kerala operates under a parliamentary representative democratic system with a bicameral legislature. It is governed by two major political alliances: the United Democratic Front (UDF), led by the Indian National Congress (INC), and the Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M).
Keywords Major alliances, key political parties, electoral concepts, historical policies, grassroots governance. Major Coalitions & Fronts Kerala's political system is famously bi-polar, dominated by two main pre-poll coalitions LDF (Left Democratic Front) UDF (United Democratic Front) CPI(M) (Communist Party of India (Marxist)) The dominant party within the LDF, known for its strong grassroots cadre.INC (Indian National Congress) The primary opposition party and leader of the UDF.IUML (Indian Union Muslim League) A major constituent of the UDF, holding significant influence in the Malabar region.Kerala Congress (Multiple factions like KC-M, KC-J) Regional parties primarily based in central Kerala with strong backing from agrarian and Christian communities. Electoral Dynamics & Terms Bipolar Politics, The historical phenomenon where elections are almost exclusively contested between the LDF and UDF Communal Politics / Vote Banks, The strategic influence of caste (e.g., Nairs, Ezhavas) and religion (Hindu, Muslim, Christian) on candidate selection and electoral outcomes.Anti-Incumbency: A major historical trend in Kerala where voters routinely alternate which coalition rules the state (though broken when the LDF retained power in 2021).Party Village: Deeply entrenched community pockets—often associated with the Communist party—where a specific political party exercises total ideological and social dominance. Governance & IdeologiesKerala Model: A widely discussed developmental model emphasizing high social indicators (health, education, poverty reduction) alongside lower per-capita economic growth.Land Reforms: The historic legislative changes (notably the Kerala Land Reform Act of 1969) that abolished tenancy, redistributed land to tillers, and broke feudalism.Kudumbashree: A state-sponsored women's network and poverty eradication mission frequently integrated into the political welfare system.Co-operative Federalism / Decentralization: The state's unique approach to fiscal and administrative devolution, granting vast powers to local bodies. Grassroots & Administrative BodiesLSG (Local Self-Government): The decentralized governing system encompassing Panchayats, Municipalities, and Corporations.KILA (Kerala Institute of Local Administration): A premier institute responsible for training and research in decentralized governance.
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Published In Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-05-30
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.80029
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