1951 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election

The 1951 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election was a significant electoral event held in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh to elect members to the 1st Legislative Assembly. Conducted from March 1951 to April 1951, this election marked the first assembly elections following India's independence in 1947. The election was characterized by a competitive political landscape, primarily involving the Indian National Congress, which aimed to consolidate its power post-independence, and the newly formed Socialist Party, alongside other regional parties. The election results favored the Congress, leading to a decisive victory and the formation of the first state government under Chief Minister G.B. Pant. This election played a crucial role in shaping the political dynamics of Uttar Pradesh in the ensuing years.