Divisionism in Indian Political Parties: Historical Trajectories, Ideological Rifts, and Organizational Splits The Indian party system has been shaped not only by the emergence of new political formations but also by the recurrent phenomenon of divisionism—a process marked by ideological rifts, factional rivalries, and organizational splits within established parties. Divisionism reflects the inherent tensions of … Continue reading Critically examine the phenomenon of divisionism in Indian political parties with special reference to the historical trajectories, ideological rifts, and organizational splits within the Janata Dal, the Indian National Congress, the Communist Party of India (CPI), and the Akali Dal, and evaluate its implications for the stability and evolution of party politics in India.