1988 General Elections

The 1988 General Elections in Pakistan were held on November 16, following the dismissal of the previous government by President Ghulam Ishaq Khan. The key political party, the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), led by Benazir Bhutto, aimed to return to power after her earlier tenure. The elections were characterized by allegations of electoral fraud, violence, and controversy. Ultimately, the PPP secured a majority, making Bhutto Pakistan's first female Prime Minister in the Muslim world. The elections were significant for promoting democratic processes, although they were marred by instability and challenges in governance.