When was the First elections held in India?

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  1. 1949
  2. 1947
  3. 1951
  4. 1950

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The correct answer is 1951.

  • The first general elections were held in India between 1951-52.
  • They were announced on 10 February 1952.
  • The elections were won by Indian National Congress with 364 seats.
  • The elections were held between 25 October 1951 to 27 March 1952.
  • 53 parties and 1874 candidates contested for 489 seats. 
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