1957 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election

The 1957 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election was held in March 1957 to elect members of the Legislative Assembly of Andhra Pradesh, India. This election marked the second legislative assembly election in the newly formed state, which was created in 1953 as part of the reorganization of states in India. The Indian National Congress (INC) emerged as the dominant political force, securing a substantial majority, while the Communist Party of India (CPI) and other regional parties contested vigorously. The election was significant in shaping the political landscape of Andhra Pradesh, reflecting the aspirations of the newly amalgamated state's population. The outcomes influenced subsequent governance and socio-economic policies in the region.