1977 Indian Rajya Sabha elections

The 1977 Indian Rajya Sabha elections were held to fill 20 seats in the Upper House of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha. These elections occurred in the context of a significant political shift following the Emergency declared in 1975. The elections were characterized by the defeat of the ruling Indian National Congress (INC) and marked the rise of the Janata Party, a coalition of opposition parties. The voting took place in various states across the country, reflecting a diverse political landscape. The results indicated a substantial change in public support, leading to an unprecedented period of political realignment in India. The outcomes of the elections contributed to the eventual formation of a non-Congress government at the national level.