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#MintPlainFacts | The biggest party in the ruling NDA now leans less on allies than before, given its own size in the Lok Sabha, and the growth in its social base.

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#MintPlainFacts | As many as 15 political parties left NDA between 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. While this dented NDA’s strength in the LS towards the latter half of its term, BJP and NDA were able to recoup their losses and posted an even more impressive victory in 2019.

#MintPlainFacts | After 2019 elections, NDA has already lost 21 Lok Sabha seats, primarily due to the exit of the Shiv Sena.

It's possible that BJP may be able to attract new parties to join the alliance ahead of the next elections, just as it did ahead of the 2019 elections.

BJP’s ability to expand its social coalition is another factor that gives the party leadership confidence to walk alone when need arises.

Historically seen as a ‘Brahman-Bania’ party, the BJP has won significant support among social groups such as Dalits, Adivasis and OBCs.

The BJP has also managed to bridge the rural-urban, and rich-poor divides, growing its support beyond its traditional urban upper class base.

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