### "India's 2024 General Election: A Battle for the Lok Sabha Amidst Economic and Social Challenges" This title captures the essence of the ongoing Indian elections, highlighting the competitive nature of the battle for parliamentary seats and the key issues at play.
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The Indian general elections of 2024 are underway, with the first phase of polling having started on April 19. These elections will determine the members of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s Parliament. Voting is being conducted in seven phases across various states, with results expected to be announced on June 4 [[❞]]
(https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/lok-sabha-election-2024-dates-phase-wise-schedule-constituency-wise-details-all-you-need-to-know-2515626-2024-03-16) [[❞]](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/elections/lok-sabha-election).
The main political parties in the fray are:
1. **Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)**: Led by incumbent Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP is seeking a third consecutive term. The party has a strong base rooted in Hindu nationalism and has been the dominant force in Indian politics since 2014 [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/india-election-2024-live-news-vote-for-lok-sabha-seats-begins) [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/india-election-2024-which-are-the-main-political-parties-in-the-fray).
2. **Indian National Congress**: The primary opposition party, Congress is part of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA). Rahul Gandhi, a key leader, is at the forefront of their campaign, which focuses on issues like rural distress, unemployment, and economic inequality [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/india-election-2024-which-are-the-main-political-parties-in-the-fray).
3. **Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)**: Known for its anti-corruption stance, the AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, governs Delhi and Punjab. Despite facing legal challenges and arrests of its leaders, the party is part of the INDIA alliance [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/india-election-2024-which-are-the-main-political-parties-in-the-fray).
4. **Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)**: A significant regional force in Tamil Nadu, the DMK is allied with Congress and holds substantial influence in the state [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/india-election-2024-which-are-the-main-political-parties-in-the-fray).
5. **All India Trinamool Congress (TMC)**: Dominating West Bengal politics, the TMC is led by Mamata Banerjee and is also part of the INDIA alliance [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/india-election-2024-which-are-the-main-political-parties-in-the-fray).
The elections are a crucial test for the ruling BJP, which faces challenges from the INDIA alliance, a coalition of opposition parties aiming to counter Modi’s influence. The multi-phase polling process ensures comprehensive coverage across India's diverse regions, reflecting the country’s vast electorate [[❞]](https://www.highcpmgate.com/a19qaz88?key=47ff6a36f181566bf558f4f541bb494a
(https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/lok-sabha-election-2024-dates-phase-wise-schedule-constituency-wise-details-all-you-need-to-know-2515626-2024-03-16) [[❞]](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/elections/lok-sabha-election).
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