Pronunciation: [ˌɑːd͡ʒˌe͡ɪdˈiː] (IPA) 
The acronym "RJD" is typically spelled as "r-j-d" when pronounced in English. The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription for this word is ɑːr dʒeɪ diː. The "r" in this transcription represents the vowel sound found in the word "hard," while the "dʒ" represents the "j" sound in "jelly." The "eɪ" denotes the long "a" sound in "day," and finally the "diː" represents the sound made by the two letters "d" and "i" in "dinner."
RJD is an acronym that commonly refers to Rashtriya Janata Dal, a political party in India. Founded in 1997, it is one of the major political parties in the state of Bihar. The party's name translates to "National People's Party" in English. RJD follows a center-left ideology and is known for its support base among the lower-income and marginalized communities.
The Rashtriya Janata Dal has a significant presence in Bihar's political landscape and has participated in various state and national elections. It was formed by a breakaway faction of the Janata Dal party, primarily led by Lalu Prasad Yadav, a prominent politician in India. The RJD has remained influential in Bihar politics, often securing a significant number of seats in the legislative assemblies or parliament.
The party's core goals include addressing social inequality, advocating for the rights of farmers, workers, and disadvantaged sections of society, and promoting secularism. RJD has historically emphasized issues such as social justice, reservation policies, and the welfare of marginalized communities in its political agenda.
The RJD also played a crucial role in the formation of coalition governments both at the state and national level. It has joined hands with other political parties to form alliances with the aim of consolidating political power and advancing its agenda. Overall, the Rashtriya Janata Dal remains a prominent force in Bihar's politics, representing the interests of various social groups and striving for inclusive governance.
