1955 elections in India

The 1955 elections in India were significant for the democratic consolidation of the country post-independence, held in the context of a nascent political landscape. These elections were primarily conducted for the State Legislative Assemblies and constituted the second major electoral exercise since the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. The Indian National Congress (INC), led by prominent figures such as Jawaharlal Nehru, emerged as the dominant political party, strengthening its hold across several states. The elections witnessed the rise of regional parties and an increase in political participation among various social groups. The 1955 elections played a crucial role in shaping India's federal structure and mitigating regional disparities in governance.