2013 General Elections

The 2013 General Elections in India took place on April 7, 2013, to elect members of the 16th Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament. These elections were significant as they represented a critical moment for the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Voter turnout was notable, reflecting public engagement. The BJP, led by Narendra Modi in several states, gained substantial momentum, ultimately leading to the formation of a new government. This election set the stage for Modi's rise to Prime Minister, reshaping Indian politics and policies in subsequent years.