2008 Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly election
2008 Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly election
The 2008 Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly election was held between November 17 and December 24, 2008, in five phases, to elect the members of the 87-seat Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. The election marked the first time the state's legislative assembly was elected after the Electoral Reforms in 2002. It was characterized by a significant voter turnout of approximately 61%, reflecting a potential shift in the political landscape of the region amidst ongoing challenges such as militancy and political instability. The Indian National Congress (INC) formed a coalition with the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC), significantly influencing governance in the aftermath of the election. This election was seen as a crucial event in the democratic process of Jammu and Kashmir.