2009 Indian General Election

The 2009 Indian General Election was a nationwide vote to select members of Parliament’s lower house, the Lok Sabha. It involved over 700 million eligible voters who chose representatives from various political parties. The Indian National Congress, led by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, won the most seats but not a majority. The election reflected regional diversity, complex coalition-building, and key issues like economic development and security. Ultimately, Singh’s government was re-elected, continuing its leadership. The election process spanned over a month and was the world’s largest democratic exercise in that period, emphasizing India’s democratic vibrancy.