Politics

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is one of the two major political parties in Tamil Nadu, alongside the DMK. It was founded in 1972 by M. G. Ramachandran (MGR), a popular actor and politician, as a breakaway faction from the DMK. The party’s ideology is rooted in Dravidian principles, emphasizing social welfare, populist schemes, and Tamil identity. AIADMK has been a dominant force in Tamil Nadu politics for decades, with leaders like MGR and later J. Jayalalithaa serving multiple terms as Chief Ministers. The party is known for introducing innovative welfare schemes such as free canteens, subsidized food, and women’s empowerment programs, which have helped it maintain strong grassroots support.

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is one of the major political parties in Tamil Nadu and a key player in the state’s political landscape. Founded in 1949 by C. N. Annadurai as a breakaway faction from the Dravidar Kazhagam, the party is rooted in Dravidian ideology, advocating social justice, rationalism, Tamil pride, and the upliftment of marginalized communities.