2014 Indian general election in Jammu and Kashmir

The 2014 Indian general election in Jammu and Kashmir was conducted in five phases between April 10 and May 7, 2014, as part of the 16th Lok Sabha elections. This election was significant for the state, as it was held amid ongoing challenges related to regional autonomy and political instability. The major political parties contesting included the Indian National Congress (INC), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC), and the Jammu and Kashmir People's Democratic Party (PDP). The BJP aimed to expand its influence in the region, while traditional parties like the NC and PDP sought to consolidate their local support. The electoral turnout was notable, reflecting an engaged electorate despite the prevailing socio-political complexities in the state.