Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency, Parliamentary constituency in western Gujarat, India
Banaskantha is a parliamentary constituency in northern Gujarat that covers seven assembly segments across the region. These districts span from Vav and Tharad in the west to Deodar in the east, forming the complete electoral area.
The constituency was established in 1952 following India's independence and reflects the early structure of the Indian electoral system. Over the decades, political representation has shifted multiple times, with different national parties winning in various election cycles.
The electoral district reflects the diversity of Gujarat through its demographic composition of rural and urban populations, including scheduled castes and scheduled tribes.
During elections, over 2,000 polling stations are set up to serve approximately two million registered voters in the area. This ensures that eligible voters can find a voting location conveniently near their residence.
The 2024 elections marked a shift in political dynamics when Geniben Thakor secured victory with 671,883 votes, representing 48.83% of total votes cast.
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