The communist movement, which was once a formidable force and voice in Indian politics, has declined not only electorally but also among workers and the peasantry. The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), an affiliate of the RSS, is the most dominant player in the trade union movement. AdvertisementThere is a marked difference between the communist parties in Europe and India. In India, the communists’ quest for an answer to the question “Who are we?” bred controversies, conflicts and splits. The communists’ ideological and political role is now more that of seminarists than vanguards.

Source: Indian Express January 14, 2026 10:57 UTC