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The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, or DMK, is a regional political party based in the state of Tamil Nadu and the Union territory of Puducherry. As of March 2024, it is the party in power in Tamil Nadu — headed by Chief Minister MK Stalin — and the lead opposition in Puducherry.

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) can be translated as Dravidian Progressive Federation, and the party adheres to social democratic principles, championing equality and social justice while promoting Tamil nationalism. The party is known for its anti-Hindi imposition policy and for legalising and popularising self-respect marriages — that did not involve priests presiding over the ceremonies.

The DMK, which was founded in 1949, traces its roots to the Justice Party of 1916 (later known as Dravidar Kazgham) and the work of Thanthai Periyar and Perarignar Anna. It was founded by Annadurai as a breakaway faction from the Dravidar Kazhagam. The Justice Party aimed to advocate for the rights and representation of non-Brahmins and socially disadvantaged communities. It fought against caste-based discrimination, championed social justice, and worked towards upliftment through educational reforms and reservation policies. The party played a significant role in shaping the Dravidian movement and had a lasting impact on the socio-political landscape of South India.

Tejasvi Yadav condemns DMK MP Dayanidhi Madan’s comments on Bihar and UP workers

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In a resurfaced video clip, the MP was recorded saying that people from the Hindi heartland were constructing houses, and cleaning roads and toilets in Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu minister Ponmudy, wife get 3 years in jail in Rs 1.75-cr disproportionate assets case

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Madras High Court set aside 2016 trial court order acquitting the couple, gave DMK leader 30 days' time to appeal in Supreme Court.

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Kashmir bills: DMK invoking Periyar on self-determination puts Congress on backfoot in Parliament

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RS chairman expunges remark of Mohammed Abdulla on discussion of Kashmir bills. Congress is forced to assert that it doesn't support quote invoked by DMK MP.

Why Senthilkumar, DMK MP who made ‘gaumutra states’ remark, is ‘repeat offender’ in eyes of BJP

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Tamil Nadu BJP calls Senthilkumar ‘repeat offender’, demands apology from MK Stalin over DMK MP referring to Hindi heartland as ‘gaumutra states’ during debate in Parliament.

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As of Wednesday, the super cyclone had claimed at least 17 lives, besides displacing thousands in Chennai alone. The devastation brought with it flashbacks of the 2015 floods.

Senthilkumar apologises to Lok Sabha for ‘gaumutra’ remark. ‘Stalin warned him,’ says DMK leader

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The DMK MP drew a sharp response from the BJP, and also from Opposition ally Congress, for using the word to describe Hindi heartland states during a House debate.

DMK MP gets flak from ally Congress for ‘eulogy’ to ‘honorable national leader Prabhakaran’

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In interview to 'The Federal', DMK MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian says Prabhakaran is a historical figure she wanted to dine with, adding that she wished to seek 'pardon' for Mullivaikal tragedy.

Stalin son rising: How Udhayanidhi’s racking up support with ‘DMK riders’, youth meet, grassroots focus

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Political trajectory of Udhayanidhi, who is secretary of DMK youth wing, has been better than that of his father, CM Stalin, say analysts. AIADMK & BJP, however, dismiss his ascent.

ED summons 10 Tamil Nadu district collectors in one go. Stalin govt contests ‘illegal’ move in HC

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Petitions on behalf of 5 collectors say order violates PMLA & Constitution. DMK govt asks Madras HC to order interim stay on summons issued over sand mining, in fresh tussle with Centre.
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