Know The Key Caste Forces Shaping Maharashtra Assembly Polls

Caste dynamics play a pivotal role in Maharashtra assembly elections. Key groups include the Marathas, who dominate politically and socially, and the OBCs, comprising communities like Kunbis and Malis, holding significant sway. Dalits, particularly from the Scheduled Castes, and Adivasis also influence outcomes in reserved constituencies. The Muslim minority adds to the mixed result.