Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which was the first part of India to hold an election based on universal adult franchise?

Options:

Assam

Tripura

Manipur

Bihar

Correct Answer:

Manipur

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3 - Manipur

The first part of India to hold an election based on universal adult franchise was Manipur.

Manipur held elections in June 1948 under pressure from public opinion. These elections were based on universal adult franchise, making Manipur the first region to do so.
All-India wide elections based on universal adult franchise were later held for the first time in 1951-52.