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2004 Indian general elections
The 2004 Indian general elections, held in four phases from April 20 to May 10, marked the 14th Lok Sabha elections in India. These elections were pivotal as they were conducted against the backdrop of economic growth, ongoing socio-political debates, and concerns regarding national security, particularly following tensions with Pakistan and the aftermath of the 2002 Gujarat riots. The incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, sought re-election amidst a strong opposition coalition called the United Progressive Alliance (UPA), led by the Indian National Congress under Sonia Gandhi. The elections culminated in a surprising defeat for the NDA, resulting in the UPA forming the government with Dr. Manmohan Singh as Prime Minister. This election underscored a significant shift in voter sentiment and the emergence of regional parties in the electoral landscape.