1973 Sikkimese general election

The 1973 Sikkimese general election, held on April 28, marked a pivotal moment in the political history of Sikkim, a small kingdom nestled in the Himalayas. This election was conducted to elect members to the 32-seat Sikkim Legislative Assembly, following a series of political changes that had begun to embrace democratic processes. The election was characterized by the dominance of the Sikkim Sangram Parishad (SSP), a regional political party, which campaigned on issues of local governance and autonomy. Voter turnout was notably high, reflecting widespread public engagement. The election's outcome led to significant political shifts in Sikkim, setting the stage for future changes in governance, culminating in the integration of Sikkim into India in 1975.