1987 Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly election

The 1987 Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly election was held to elect members for the state’s legislative assembly. It took place amidst increasing political unrest and allegations of electoral irregularities. The Indian National Conference, led by Farooq Abdullah, won the most seats but was short of a majority. The aftermath of the election saw rising tensions, protests, and rising insurgency, which contributed to a period of instability in the region. This election is often viewed as a turning point that marked the beginning of heightened conflict and turmoil in Jammu and Kashmir.