1926 Punjab Legislative Council election

The 1926 Punjab Legislative Council election was a pivotal political event in British India, marking a significant moment in the evolution of representative governance in the Punjab province. Conducted on 19 October 1926, the election aimed to fill the seats of the Legislative Council, which was established under the Government of India Act 1919, promoting limited self-governance in the region. Constituents, including both urban and rural voters, participated in electing members to the council to articulate their interests and concerns. The election witnessed increased political mobilization, with major parties such as the Indian National Congress and the All India Muslim League vying for representation. The results reflected the complexities of communal politics and evolving nationalist sentiments in the Punjab, setting the stage for future political developments in pre-independence India.