1991 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election

The 1991 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election was held on June 24, 1991, to elect members of the 11th Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu, India. This election was significant in the political landscape of the state, taking place shortly after the assassination of former Chief Minister Rajiv Gandhi, which had profound implications on voter sentiment. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), under the leadership of M. Karunanidhi, contested the elections and secured a decisive victory, winning 136 out of 234 seats. The rival All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), led by J. Jayalalithaa, faced a substantial defeat, managing to secure only 18 seats. The election marked a pivotal shift in the state's political dynamics, reinforcing the DMK's influence in Tamil Nadu.