112 Castes, 36% Power: NDA & Mahagathbandhan’s EBC War In Bihar 2025

This election season, all eyes are on the EBC vote in Bihar — the Extremely Backward Classes, a crucial yet often misunderstood group in the state’s politics. But who exactly are the EBCs, and why do they matter so much?  In this video, we break down the story of Bihar’s EBCs — a sub-category under the broader OBC umbrella, created to represent castes that are even more socially and educationally disadvantaged. The concept dates back to the 1970s when then-Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur, himself from an EBC community, introduced a separate quota through the Mungeri Lal Commission.  Today, EBCs make up ~36% of Bihar’s population, covering 112 castes — from Telis and Mallahs to Julahas. We’ll also explain the ongoing reservation battle: why the 2023 Bihar Reservation Amendment Bill was struck down, and how both major alliances — the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan — are fighting to win this powerful yet fragmented vote bank.  So, are EBCs the kingmakers of Bihar politics? Watch till the end to uncover their history, numbers, and why their vote could decide who becomes the next CM! Like, Share & Subscribe for more 2025 election breakdowns!