- Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) has decided to join the ruling NDA alliance, ending its association with the opposition alliance.
- The decision was announced by RLD Chief Jayant Chaudhary on February 12, 2024, in New Delhi.
- Chaudhary stated that the decision was made considering the current situation and with the intention of doing something good for the people.
- The RLD Chief consulted with all the MLAs and workers of his party before making the decision.
- Jayant Chaudhary highlighted the party’s happiness over the announcement of Bharat Ratna to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, emphasizing that it reflects respect for farmers, youth, and the poor across the country, not just for his family.
- The RLD was previously part of the opposition I.N.D.I.A alliance.
- Jayant Chaudhary is the grandson of the former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.
Q: After the announcement of Bharat Ratna to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, which political party decided to join the ruling NDA alliance?
a. Biju Janta Dal (BJD)
b. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD)
c. Rashtriya Janta Dal (RJD)
d. Indian National Lok Dal (INLD)
Ans : b. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD)
