1964 elections in India

The 1964 elections in India were a pivotal moment in the country's democratic history, marking the third general elections since gaining independence in 1947. Conducted under the supervision of the Election Commission of India, these elections took place in two phases: the Lok Sabha elections on February 24, 1964, and the Rajya Sabha elections shortly thereafter. The Indian National Congress, led by Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, emerged as the dominant party, though with a noticeable reduction in seat share compared to the 1962 elections. The electoral outcomes reinforced the Congress's preeminence in Indian politics while also reflecting emerging regional parties' influence, laying the groundwork for future political dynamics in the Indian democratic landscape.