It is undoubtedly one of the most closely watched contests in the upcoming Indian parliamentary elections. Dr Kanhaiya Kumar, a 32-year-old fresh doctorate holder known for his radical charisma and mesmerising oratorical skills, is up against Mr Giriraj Singh, a 66-year-old political firebrand and incumbent minister in the current Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government.
This political duel in Begusarai, Bihar state, is even more gripping because of Dr Kumar's underdog status as a representative of one of India's poorest political parties and Mr Singh's membership of the richest.
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