Surpassing the Communist Party of China (CCP), which held the top position in previous rankings, the BJP’s membership of 180 million members is a testament to its extraordinary appeal and reach.
In a historic moment, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of India has secured the top spot in the ranking of the world’s largest political parties, outdoing China’s Communist Party, with an astounding membership of 180 million, according to the South Asia Index.
This achievement solidifies the BJP’s status as a global political powerhouse and underscores its immense popularity and influence both within India and on the international stage.
The South Asia Index, a renowned research organization, has unveiled its comprehensive ranking of the largest political parties worldwide, taking into account parameters such as membership strength, electoral performance, and overall impact.
Surpassing the Communist Party of China (CCP), which held the top position in previous rankings, the BJP’s membership of 180 million members is a testament to its extraordinary appeal and reach. The party’s ideology, rooted in nationalism, social conservatism, and economic reforms, has struck a chord with diverse sections of Indian society, leading to its unprecedented growth and widespread support.
The ranking also features other prominent political parties from India and around the world. The Indian National Congress (INC) secures the third position with 50 million members, while the Democratic Party and the Republican Party of the United States claim the fourth and fifth spots, with 47 million and 36 million members respectively. Pakistan’s PTI party ranks sixth with 25 million members, followed by India’s AIADMK and DMK parties, both with 20 million members each. Turkey’s AK party secures the ninth position with 12.3 million members, and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of India rounds off the list with 11.5 million members.
India’s dominance in the top 10 ranking, with four political parties making the list, underscores the country’s vibrant democratic landscape and the active participation of its citizens in the political process. The BJP’s ascent to the number one position showcases the growing global significance of India and its ability to shape political discourse and policy agendas.
As the BJP consolidates its position as the world’s largest political party, it faces the responsibility of addressing the diverse needs and aspirations of its massive membership base. Moreover, the party has to make sure to contain the fringe elements who misrepresent its platform that potentially causes global uproar, and gives fuel to the anti-nation groups to justify their existence, and that eventually causes diplomatic costs. The party’s ability to effectively harness the potential of its members and translate their aspirations into meaningful policies will determine its future success and impact.
