1937 Madras Presidency Legislative Council election

The 1937 Madras Presidency Legislative Council election was a pivotal electoral event held in the Madras Presidency of British India, marking a significant moment in the political landscape of the region. Conducted under the Government of India Act 1935, the election took place in March and April 1937, facilitating the establishment of a legislative council with expanded powers. The election was characterized by a multi-tiered electoral system, encompassing both direct and indirect elections, and saw the participation of various political factions, including the Indian National Congress, the Justice Party, and other regional entities. The Congress emerged as the dominant force, securing a majority of seats, which propelled the party's influence in the council and set the stage for subsequent political developments in pre-independence India.