When were the first Lok Sabha elections held?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (B). 1951 - 52

The first general elections for the Lok Sabha in independent India were held between October 25, 1951, and March 27, 1952. These elections were conducted under the Representation of the People Act, 1951 and marked a significant milestone in India's democratic history. The elections were held in a phased manner across the country due to logistical and security challenges. The first Lok Sabha was constituted on April 17, 1952, and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was re-elected as the first President of India. The Indian National Congress (INC) secured a landslide victory, winning 364 out of 489 seats, and Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Prime Minister of India.

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• First Lok Sabha elections were conducted between October 1951 and March 1952.
• Indian National Congress (INC) won the majority with 364 seats.
• The total electorate was around 173 million, with a voter turnout of 45.7%.
• Dr. Rajendra Prasad was re-elected as India's first President in 1952.
• The elections were conducted under the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
• The first Lok Sabha had a tenure from 1952 to 1957.