SaralnamaMuslim MLAs in Bihar Assembly averaged 8% since 1990, ranging from 5.55% to 9.87%. Muslims make up 17.7% of Bihar's population. In 2020, 19 Muslim MLAs (7.81%) were elected. RJD fielded 18 Muslim candidates for 2025 polls. Congress named 10, JD(U) 4, and AIMIM 23 Muslim candidates. Owaisi stressed developing Muslim leadership in Bihar. CM Nitish Kumar has led Bihar govt since with changing alliances. Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for 6 and. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 05:59 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Muslim MLAs in Bihar Assembly averaged 8% since 1990, ranging from 5.55% to 9.87%
- Muslims make up 17.7% of Bihar's population
- In 2020, 19 Muslim MLAs (7.81%) were elected