A new report by ADR and Bihar Election Watch reveals that 32% of candidates in Bihar's first phase assembly elections have declared criminal cases, with 27% facing serious charges. Wealth also plays a significant role, as 40% of analyzed candidates are crorepatis, with RJD and BJP showing the highest percentages.
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