Lok Sabha Elections 2019 and 2014: A Recap

The Election Commission is all set to announce the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on Saturday, ushering in the Model Code of Conduct. This marks the beginning of a significant contest for the Prime Ministership, with the BJP aiming for a third consecutive term and the Opposition, including the Congress, striving to form a grand alliance to challenge the ruling party.

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General Elections 2014

The 2014 Lok Sabha elections took place in nine phases, starting from April 7 to 12, resulting in the formation of the 16th Lok Sabha. Let's delve into the details of this landmark election.

Voters and Candidates

Over 830 million registered voters participated, making it the largest-ever election globally at that time. There were approximately 23.1 million voters aged between 18 and 19 years. A total of 8251 candidates contested across 543 Lok Sabha seats, with a record-high voter turnout of 66.4%.

Election Outcome

The BJP, led by Narendra Modi, emerged victorious, winning 282 seats on its own and securing a total of 336 seats for the NDA. This marked a significant shift in power, with the Congress-led UPA reduced to only 59 seats.

General Elections 2019

Moving forward to the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, which were conducted in seven phases from April 11 to May 19, let's explore the key highlights.

Voters and Participation

A staggering voter turnout of over 67% was recorded out of nearly 912 million eligible voters. Notably, there was a significant increase in the participation of women voters.

Election Results

The ruling BJP, under Narendra Modi's leadership, clinched a resounding victory, securing over 303 seats individually and over 350 seats collectively with the NDA. The Congress, once again, fell short of securing the position of the official Opposition.

These elections were pivotal in shaping India's political landscape, showcasing the dominance of the BJP and the challenges faced by the Opposition in forming a cohesive alliance. The upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections are poised to continue this narrative of political competition and strategic maneuvering.

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