India 2024 General Election
Indian general election held April-June 2024. BJP won but with a reduced majority.
India 2024 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in India.
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Country context
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Office at stake
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Winner profile
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Candidate field
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Election Result
Clear outcome summary for this recorded election.
Modi secured a third term as prime minister, though the BJP required coalition partners after a weaker showing than in 2019.
At a Glance
The India 2024 General Election took place in 2024 in India. The election determined who would hold the office of Lok Sabha (Lower House).
Narendra Modi won the election with a margin of NDA retained a parliamentary majority but BJP lost its solo majority. Voter turnout was reported at 65.8%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2024
- Country
- India
- Office Contested
- Lok Sabha (Lower House)
- Winner
- Narendra Modi
- Turnout
- 65.8%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
Modi secured a third term as prime minister, though the BJP required coalition partners after a weaker showing than in 2019.
Result Source
https://results.eci.gov.in/
Quick Facts
- Won by Narendra Modi
- Voter turnout: 65.8%
- Victory margin: NDA retained a parliamentary majority but BJP lost its solo majority
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2024
- office contested
- Lok Sabha (Lower House)
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India
Federal parliamentary democratic republic. World's most populous country with a multi-party parliamentary system.
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India since 2014. BJP leader and former Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Rahul Gandhi
Leader of the Indian National Congress. Member of the Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty.
Prime Minister of India
Head of government of India. Leader of the party or coalition with a majority in the Lok Sabha.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the India 2024 General Election?
- The India 2024 General Election was won by Narendra Modi. Narendra Modi ran as the candidate of BJP-led NDA. The winning margin was NDA retained a parliamentary majority but BJP lost its solo majority.
- Who came second in the India 2024 General Election?
- The runner-up in the India 2024 General Election was Rahul Gandhi. The contest between Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the India 2024 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the India 2024 General Election was 65.8%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the India 2024 General Election take place?
- The India 2024 General Election took place in 2024. Electoral timing in India is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the India 2024 General Election?
- The India 2024 General Election determined who would hold the office of Lok Sabha (Lower House). The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the India 2024 General Election?
- The India 2024 General Election was held in India. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the India 2024 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the India 2024 General Election, including Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the India 2024 General Election?
- Modi secured a third term as prime minister, though the BJP required coalition partners after a weaker showing than in 2019.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- 1 linked
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(75/100)
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