How many people voted in 2014 general elections in India?
General elections were held in India in nine phases from 7 April to 12 May 2014 to elect the members of the 16th Lok Sabha. With 834 million registered voters, they were the largest-ever elections in the world until being surpassed by the 2019 elections. Around 23.1 million or 2.7% of the total eligible voters were aged 18–19 years.
Which state in India has highest voter turnout for general elections?
Punjab set a new record in its voter turnout for general elections with 73%. Gujarat saw the highest jump in voter turnout for the day with 62% turnout compared to 48% turnout in 2009 Lok Sabha elections. The nine constituencies in West Bengal reported over 81% turnout.
Why is India’s election the largest in the world?
The New York Times added that “the sheer size of the electorate makes this election the largest ever in the world and an inspiring celebration of universal adult suffrage,” but also wrote “lurking behind the feel-good spectacle is the reality that India’s elections are awash in illegal cash, serious violence and dirty tricks.”
Did Mariano Rajoy congratulate the winner in the Indian elections?
^ “Mariano Rajoy congratulates winner in Indian elections”. Prime Minister’s Office of Spain. Noodls. 20 May 2014. Retrieved 31 May 2014. ^ “Rajoy conversa con primer ministro de la India y le invita a visitar España” (in Spanish). lavanguardia.com. 19 May 2014. Retrieved 31 May 2014.
Is 60% polling 6th phase the Modi tsunami?
Archived from the original on 17 April 2014. ^ a b c “Lok Sabha elections: 60 per cent polling 6th phase, BJP says it’s ‘Modi tsunami’ : Highlights, News”. India Today. 24 April 2014. ^ ‘ + val.created_at + ‘ (24 April 2014).
When were the last general elections held in India?
General elections were held in India in nine phases from 7 April to 12 May 2014 to elect the members of the 16th Lok Sabha. With 834 million registered voters, they were the largest-ever elections in the world until being surpassed by the 2019 elections.