1934 Madras Presidency Legislative Council election

The 1934 Madras Presidency Legislative Council election was a pivotal electoral event held on 8 March 1934, under the Government of India Act 1919, which introduced a system of dyarchy in the provinces. This election marked the first instance wherein a substantial number of seats were contested through a direct vote, involving a broader base of the electorate. A total of 71 seats were up for election, with significant participation from political parties, including the Indian National Congress and the Justice Party. The electoral outcome indicated a shift in political dynamics within the region, as the Congress emerged as a formidable force, reflecting growing nationalist aspirations amid ongoing efforts for constitutional reform. The election underscored the complexities of governance and representation in colonial India.