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Raj Thackeray
Raj Thackeray is an Indian politician, founder and president of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), and a prominent public figure in Maharashtra. Known for his fiery speeches, sharp wit, and
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Salman Khan’s father Salim Khan meets politician Raj Thackeray at his Mumbai home ahead of Diwali
Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Salman Khan, met MNS chief Raj Thackeray at his Mumbai residence ahead of Diwali, sparking buzz across film and political circles over their cordial exchange.
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1. What is Raj Thackeray best known for?
Raj Thackeray is known for founding the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), his aggressive Marathi regionalism, powerful oratory, and sharp criticism of both his political rivals and national parties.
2. Why did Raj Thackeray leave Shiv Sena?
Raj left Shiv Sena in 2006 due to growing differences with the party leadership, particularly with Uddhav Thackeray, over the direction and control of the party.
3. Has Raj Thackeray ever held an elected office?
Despite contesting elections, Raj Thackeray himself has never held an elected position in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly or Parliament.
4. What is Raj Thackeray’s stance on Hindutva?
Raj Thackeray has increasingly adopted a pro-Hindutva tone, including public support for issues like the Hanuman Chalisa, which has led to speculation about alliances with BJP or similar parties.
5. What happened to MNS’s political influence after 2009?
After a promising start in 2009 with 13 Assembly seats, MNS’s electoral performance declined sharply in subsequent elections. The party currently holds no major political office but continues to influence discourse on Marathi identity and regional issues.