CPI
INDIA
Communist Party of India
Communism, Marxism · Founded 1920
2
Lok Sabha
of 543
1
Rajya Sabha
of 245
0
States Ruling
of 36
About the Party
India's oldest communist party, the CPI pre-dates independence. It has gradually declined from its 1950s peak. It remains active in Kerala and Tamil Nadu as part of INDIA alliance.
Founded
1920
Alliance
INDIA
President
D. Raja (General Secretary)
HQ
New Delhi
Type
State / Regional Party
Ideology
Communism, Marxism
Lok Sabha Share (2024)
2 / 543 seats
0.4% seat share
Key Facts
- India's oldest communist party — founded 1920
- Won 27 LS seats in its 1971 peak
- Now limited to Kerala and Tamil Nadu strongholds
- Lost ECI national-party status in April 2023
States & UTs Currently Ruling (0)
Not currently ruling any state