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Sharad Pawar
Sharad Govindrao Pawar (born 12 December 1940) is a veteran Indian politician, seasoned parliamentarian, and founder of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). Known for his political acumen and
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From Supriya Sule’s initiative to Uddhav Thackeray’s support: Why MVA backed Sharad Pawar for Rajya Sabha seat
Pawar had earlier indicated he would not enter the fray but made a last-minute U-turn by expressing his desire to contest. Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena, which had been staking claim to the seat for one of its own nominees, has withdrawn its demand.
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1. Who is Sharad Pawar?
Sharad Pawar is a senior Indian politician, founder of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Union Minister.
2. How many times has Sharad Pawar been Maharashtra’s Chief Minister?
He has served as Chief Minister of Maharashtra three times—in 1978, 1988, and 1993.
3. What is Sharad Pawar’s role in Indian cricket?
He has been the President of BCCI and also served as the President of the ICC, showing his strong involvement in cricket administration.
4. What caused the NCP split in 2023?
The party split occurred when Ajit Pawar, Sharad Pawar’s nephew, broke away to join the NDA government in Maharashtra, creating a major political division in the NCP.
5. Is Sharad Pawar still active in politics?
Yes, despite his age, Sharad Pawar remains a key political strategist and advisor, especially within the opposition bloc at the national level.
