The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is best classified as a:
ANational party recognised across all states of India
BState party with strong base in Tamil Nadu
CCoalition partner that does not contest elections
DBanned political organisation under current law
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. State party with strong base in Tamil Nadu
The DMK is a state party with its strong base in Tamil Nadu.
State parties are recognised in one or a few states only.
**Other examples:** TMC (WB), BJD (Odisha), Shiv Sena (Maharashtra), RJD (Bihar).
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