Party founded by Islamic cleric and perfume baron has emerged as key political player in northeastern Assam state.
![The All India United Democratic Front is widely regarded as the party of the minorities [Biju Boro/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/20145285251275734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Party founded by Islamic cleric and perfume baron has emerged as key political player in northeastern Assam state.
![The All India United Democratic Front is widely regarded as the party of the minorities [Biju Boro/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/20145285251275734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Authorities believe attacks by rebel breakaway group in Assam state aim to influence voting in polls for ethnic council.
![More than 40 homes were set on fire by the attackers [Biju Boro/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/20145515444589246_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)