Founded in 1964

CPI(M) split from the CPI over ideological differences

Core Ideology

Advocates for socialism, workers' rights, and equitable distribution of resources

Strong Presence

Kerala, West Bengal, and Tripura are CPI(M)’s strongholds

Role in Movements

Actively participated in labor, agrarian, and trade union movements

Leaders

Sitaram Yechury, Prakash Karat, and Brinda Karat are some of the prominent leaders

Governance

CPI(M) has formed governments in Kerala and West Bengal, implementing progressive policies