Trajectory of Aam Aadmi Party of India: An overview

Abstract

Aam Aadmi Party, an Indian political party was formally launched on 26 November 2012, following the difference between the activists Anna Hazare and Arvind Kejriwal over the issue whether to politicize ‗India Against Corruption‘ (IAC) movement or not. In India, the political corruption and instability could be observed in the whole government system. Kejriwal made a controversial decision to fight the corrupt government system by direct involvement in politics. Demonstrating a bold and democratic attitude, Aam Aadmi Party demanded that India, as a democratic country needs transparency, accountability, fair legislative system and common involvement in governmental affairs. In 2013, Aam Aadmi Party became the second largest vote-getter party in Delhi Legislative Assembly by grabbing 28 out of 70 seats. The significant part of its agendas was the introduction and legislation of Jan Lokpal bill in India. Due to unsupportive attitude of other major political parties in India, Aam Aadmi Party stepped down merely after 49 days in government. In 2015, Aam Aami Party again accomplished a historic win by securing 67 out of 70 seats in Lok Sabha with a pledge to clean up politics.