Explore the tumultuous journey of the DMK, from its inception in 1949 to its current reign in Tamil Nadu. “DMK Years: Ascent, Descent, Survival” by R. Kannan (ISBN: 9780670097890) chronicles the party’s rise to power, its battles with separatism, corruption allegations, and political rivals, and its enduring influence on Tamil Nadu’s political landscape. Discover the DMK’s Dravidian model of development and its impact on Indian politics. Buy the book from online bookstores.