India, Nov. 13 -- The state of Bihar occupies a unique place in the history of political development across the world. It is not merely an Indian state; it is the birthplace of democracy itself.

The history of Vaishali, one of the earliest republics in the world, confirms that the seeds of participatory governance were first planted here. The citizens of Bihar have long been marked by a strong civic awareness and political consciousness, from ancient times to the present day, and take immense pride in their democratic legacy.

This democratic spirit was once again evident in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, a living testimony to the people's political engagement. Voter turnout across the state was unprecedented, reaffirming Bihar's reput...