With the first phase of Bihar Assembly polls five days away, scrutiny has intensified on candidates whose affidavits reveal both substantial assets and a history of criminal cases. The contest has brought renewed attention to the role of money and muscle power in the state's politics, with voters weighing these factors alongside party manifestos and promises.

The dominance of muscle power in Bihar's politics is well established, with many candidates leveraging their influence and financial strength to consolidate support. In this election, multiple aspirants have declared assets running into crores of rupees. Several face serious charges, including murder, kidnapping and extortion.

Mokama constituency in Patna stands out as a focal point for both wealth and muscle power. Anant Singh, a

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