Decoding BJP’s Brahmin ‘discontent’ — reduced influence, representation in top posts
The BJP, which earned the “Brahmin-Bania party” tag in its early years due to roots dominated by upper-caste Brahmins and trading Bania communities, transformed under Narendra Modi (an OBC) and Amit Shah from 2014, shattering the upper-caste image and securing massive electoral wins. While Upper castes still dominate, Brahmin discontent highlights tensions in the saffron balancing act.
