2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election was a two-phase poll conducted on 13 and 17 December to elect all 182 members of the unicameral legislature of the western Indian state of Gujarat.[1] The incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), under Chief Minister Narendra Modi, secured a third successive majority government despite a marginal decline in seats from the 2007 tally, winning 115 constituencies with 47.85 percent of the valid votes polled amid a turnout of approximately 71.3 percent across nearly 37.8 million electors.[2][3][4] The opposition Indian National Congress obtained 61 seats with 38.93 percent vote share, while smaller parties and independents accounted for the remainder, reflecting BJP's sustained dominance in the state since 1995 but with reduced margins in key regions like Saurashtra due to vote fragmentation by new entrants such as the Gujarat Parivartan Party.[2][5] This outcome, announced on 20 December, reaffirmed Modi's leadership and economic governance model, countering national-level critiques centered on prior events like the 2002 communal riots, as empirical vote data showed no decisive anti-incumbency shift despite intensive campaigning by opponents.[6][2]Background
Historical Political Context
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) established dominance in Gujarat politics starting with its victory in the 1995 legislative assembly election, marking the first time the party secured a majority in the state since independence, when the Indian National Congress had held uninterrupted power from 1960 to 1990 with brief interruptions.[7] This shift was fueled by the BJP's mobilization of Hindu nationalist sentiments amid the national Ram Janmabhoomi movement, eroding Congress's traditional base among Patidars, Other Backward Classes, and urban voters.[8] The BJP retained power in the 1998 election, but internal discord and the 2001 Bhuj earthquake's mishandling under Chief Minister Keshubhai Patel led to his replacement by Narendra Modi on October 7, 2001, who was appointed as chief minister to stabilize the party amid relief efforts and anti-incumbency.[9][10] The 2002 assembly election, held shortly after the February 27 Godhra train burning that killed 59 Hindu pilgrims and subsequent communal riots resulting in over 1,000 deaths primarily among Muslims, saw the BJP secure a landslide victory with 127 seats out of 182, consolidating support from Hindu communities while Congress won only 51 seats.[11] Modi's administration focused on economic reconstruction, including infrastructure development and investor summits, which helped mitigate criticism over the riots; a Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team later cleared him of complicity in 2012, finding no prosecutable evidence of state orchestration.[9] By the 2007 election, the BJP under Modi won 117 seats against Congress's 59, with voter turnout at 59.8% across 182 constituencies, reflecting sustained incumbency despite opposition allegations of polarization and uneven development.[12][13] Leading into 2012, Gujarat's political landscape featured BJP's unchallenged hold on power for over a decade, with Modi's leadership narrative centered on the "Gujarat model" of governance emphasizing industrialization and law enforcement, though critics from Congress highlighted persistent rural distress and minority alienation without substantiating claims of systemic bias beyond anecdotal reports.[14] The opposition Congress, weakened by internal factionalism and failure to capitalize on national anti-BJP waves, positioned itself as an alternative focused on social welfare but struggled against the BJP's organizational strength and Modi's personal popularity among aspirational voters.[15] This context set the stage for the 2012 polls as a referendum on Modi's bid for a third consecutive term.Incumbent Government Performance
The incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, led by Chief Minister Narendra Modi since October 2001, emphasized economic development as a core achievement heading into the 2012 election. Gujarat's gross state domestic product (GSDP) grew at an average annual rate of 10.1% at constant prices from 2001-02 to 2011-12, surpassing the national average of 7.71% during the same period.[16] Per capita net state domestic product (NSDP) expanded at 10.5% annually from 2002-03 to 2009-10.[17] The state attracted significant investments through initiatives like the Vibrant Gujarat summits, positioning it as an industrial hub with contributions from sectors such as manufacturing and diamonds.[18] Infrastructure advancements formed a pillar of the government's record. Gujarat transitioned from power deficits to surplus capacity, achieving near-universal electrification and reliable supply by prioritizing generation and transmission projects.[19] Road density improved substantially, with national highway expansions and rural connectivity enhancements supporting logistics for industry. Water management efforts, including the Sardar Sarovar Narmada project and check dams, boosted irrigation coverage from 28% to over 40% of cultivable land by 2012, aiding drought-prone areas.[20] Social and agricultural performance drew mixed assessments. Poverty headcount ratios declined, but at 8.6% reduction from 2005-10, Gujarat trailed states like Odisha and Maharashtra.[21] Agricultural growth averaged around 10% annually in the decade prior, yet critics highlighted stagnation in rural incomes and dependence on industry over diversified farming.[22] Inequality persisted, with urban-rural divides and uneven benefits from growth, as noted in analyses questioning the "Gujarat model" for job creation shortfalls relative to investment inflows.[23][24] These indicators fueled debates on whether accelerated growth stemmed from policy innovation or pre-existing trends, with empirical reviews finding no distinct "Modi effect" beyond national patterns.[25]Pre-Election Polling and Predictions
An ABP News-AC Nielsen opinion poll conducted in November 2012 projected the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to win 124 of the 182 seats, with the Indian National Congress (INC) at 47 seats and other parties at 11 seats; vote shares were estimated at 43% for BJP, 38% for INC, and 19% for others.[26][27] This survey, based on a representative sample across the state, underscored Chief Minister Narendra Modi's sustained appeal after ten years in office, attributing the BJP's edge to governance perceptions despite anti-incumbency critiques.[28] A CVoter survey for India TV, released on December 4, 2012—just days before the first phase of voting on December 13—forecast a two-thirds majority for the BJP, projecting 130-140 seats, reflecting strong voter preference for Modi's leadership and the party's incumbency advantages.[29] An earlier Headlines Today-CVoter poll in October 2012 similarly anticipated Modi's return to power, emphasizing the BJP's organizational machinery and development-focused campaign.[30]| Pollster | Date Released | BJP Seats Projected | INC Seats Projected | BJP Vote Share | INC Vote Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABP News-AC Nielsen | November 24, 2012 | 124 | 47 | 43% | 38% |
| India TV-CVoter | December 4, 2012 | 130-140 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Campaign Dynamics
Major Political Parties and Alliances
The primary contest in the 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election was between the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress (INC), with the BJP, led by Chief Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a third consecutive term after governing since 1995.[32] The BJP fielded candidates in all 182 constituencies independently, capitalizing on its organizational strength and Modi's development-focused narrative, ultimately securing 115 seats with approximately 47.9% of the valid votes polled.[5] The INC, as the main opposition, also contested solo across the state, emphasizing critiques of governance and anti-incumbency, but managed 61 seats with about 38.9% vote share, reflecting its persistent yet subordinate position in Gujarat's bipolar politics.[5] No pre-poll alliances materialized between the two major parties or with significant regional players, leading to a direct, unfragmented competition that favored the BJP's incumbency advantage.[14] Smaller parties, including the newly formed Gujarat Parivartan Party (GPP) backed by former BJP Chief Minister Keshubhai Patel, entered the fray to challenge Modi within the party's traditional base but won no seats and garnered limited votes (around 4-5% regionally in Saurashtra), operating without formal ties to larger entities.[5] Other minor contestants, such as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and independents, collectively accounted for the remaining seats and votes but lacked the scale to influence the outcome meaningfully.[5]Key Campaign Issues and Platforms
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election campaign primarily revolved around contrasting visions of development: the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s emphasis on the incumbent government's record of high economic growth and infrastructure under Chief Minister Narendra Modi versus the Indian National Congress (INC)'s critique of unequal progress and promises of welfare-oriented policies. The BJP positioned the election as a referendum on its "Gujarat model," highlighting empirical achievements such as average annual GDP growth exceeding 10% from 2007-2012—outpacing the national average—reliable electricity supply, expanded irrigation networks, and industrial investments attracted via initiatives like the Vibrant Gujarat summits.[33][34] The BJP's Sankalp Patra, released by Modi on December 3, 2012, committed to sustaining this trajectory with pledges for agricultural expansion, educational reforms, healthcare improvements, irrigation completion, and inclusive measures targeting youth employment and urban amenities, aiming to appeal to aspirational voters amid criticisms of anti-incumbency in rural areas.[35][33][36] Modi countered agrarian challenges, including farmer distress from erratic monsoons, by announcing debt relief and crop support in rallies, framing the platform as evidence-based progress over populist giveaways.[37] In opposition, the INC released its manifesto on December 4, 2012, decrying the BJP's approach as corporate favoritism and "blatant lies" on development metrics like per capita income rankings, while promising "real development" for the masses through inclusive growth, 100-square-yard housing plots for rural and urban women, and restoration of citizen rights allegedly eroded by the government.[38] Specific welfare pledges included free tablets for Class 10 and 12 students, laptops for college entrants, and enhanced security measures to address perceived vulnerabilities, with leaders like Sonia Gandhi focusing on equitable resource distribution without direct personal attacks on Modi.[38][39] Debates also touched on governance lapses, such as ministerial scams and polarization claims leveled by Congress against Modi's rhetoric, though the BJP rebutted these as opposition tactics to distract from its verifiable infrastructure gains and stable law-and-order environment post-2002.[37][40] Both parties addressed youth aspirations, but the BJP's narrative prioritized scalable economic realism over the INC's redistributive schemes, reflecting deeper divides on causal drivers of prosperity versus equity.Role of Narendra Modi and Leadership Narratives
Narendra Modi, serving as Chief Minister of Gujarat since 2001, was the central figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) bid for a third consecutive term in the 2012 Legislative Assembly election. His leadership was portrayed as synonymous with the state's economic progress, emphasizing achievements like infrastructure development and industrial growth under what became known as the "Gujarat Model."[41] Campaigning extensively across the state, Modi addressed voter concerns over issues such as agricultural distress from a poor monsoon and ministerial scandals by highlighting governance reforms and future-oriented policies.[37] Modi's strategy shifted away from overt communal appeals, instead invoking figures like Swami Vivekananda to blend cultural nationalism with developmental rhetoric, maintaining a focus on "Suraaj" or good governance.[42] Innovative use of technology, including 26 holograms deployed simultaneously at rallies in November 2012, allowed him to reach wider audiences efficiently amid logistical challenges.[43] This approach framed the election as a mandate on his decade-long tenure, positioning Modi as a decisive leader capable of delivering sustained prosperity despite national economic headwinds.[14] Opposition parties, primarily the Indian National Congress, countered with narratives attacking Modi's record, particularly reviving allegations related to the 2002 communal riots and accusing him of divisive politics.[44] Modi rebutted these as "negative politics" driven by an "anti-Gujarat mindset," urging voters to reject character assassination in favor of evaluating tangible developmental outcomes.[45] By December 2012, post-election analyses viewed the BJP's victory—securing a majority despite a narrower margin than in 2007—as an endorsement of Modi's leadership style, boosting his national profile as a potential prime ministerial contender.[46][6] This outcome underscored how Modi's narrative of strong, results-driven governance resonated with a significant portion of the electorate, overriding persistent criticisms from opponents and certain media outlets.[47]Election Process
Scheduling and Phases
The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election on 3 October 2012 during a press conference led by Chief Election Commissioner V. S. Sampath.[48] [49] This announcement covered the state's 182 constituencies, with polling staggered in two phases to address security and administrative logistics amid the diverse terrain and population distribution.[1] The model code of conduct for the election was enforced immediately upon the announcement, restricting government activities and campaign expenditures.[48] The first phase of polling occurred on 13 December 2012, encompassing 87 constituencies primarily in southern and central Gujarat districts such as those bordering Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.[50] The second phase followed on 17 December 2012, covering the remaining 95 constituencies, including northern and Saurashtra-Kutch regions.[50] [1] Counting of votes for both phases was scheduled uniformly on 20 December 2012 to ensure coordinated result declaration across the state.[48] This phased approach allowed for sequential deployment of security forces, including central paramilitary units, to maintain order in sensitive areas.[51]Voter Turnout and Participation
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election occurred in two phases, with voting on 13 December for 87 constituencies primarily in Saurashtra, south Gujarat, and parts of central Gujarat, followed by 17 December for the remaining 95 constituencies.[52][53] The overall voter turnout across both phases stood at 70.2 percent, the highest recorded in Gujarat's assembly elections up to that point, surpassing the 59.73 percent turnout of the 2007 election.[53][54] This figure was confirmed by Chief Election Commissioner V.S. Sampath, reflecting enhanced voter mobilization efforts by the Election Commission of India, including awareness campaigns under the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program.[53] In the first phase, turnout reached 68 percent, described as a record for that stage by observers, with polling conducted across 48 seats in Saurashtra, 35 in south Gujarat, and 4 in Ahmedabad district.[52] The second phase exhibited even stronger participation, pushing the statewide average higher, though specific phase-wise breakdowns beyond provisional estimates were not detailed in immediate official releases.[53] Factors contributing to the elevated turnout included extensive door-to-door canvassing by parties and improved polling infrastructure, amid a politically charged atmosphere focused on development and governance records.[55]Regional and District-Level Variations
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election exhibited notable regional variations in party performance, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) securing victories across all major regions but facing differential margins against the Indian National Congress (INC) and other challengers. In Saurashtra, encompassing 54 seats, the BJP won 35 seats with 44.93% of the vote share, while the INC secured 16 seats at 37.18%; the Gujarat Parivartan Party (GPP), led by former Chief Minister Keshubhai Patel, captured 2 seats and 7.76% of votes, fragmenting the opposition and Patidar votes traditionally aligned with the BJP.[5] This region, marked by agrarian concerns and coastal dynamics, saw the BJP's seat tally hold firm despite the GPP's intervention, which primarily contested in Saurashtra and drew from disaffected BJP supporters.[56] In North Gujarat, spanning 53 seats, the BJP claimed 32 seats with a 49.56% vote share, compared to the INC's 21 seats and 40.21%; districts like Banaskantha highlighted INC strength, where it won 5 of 9 seats with 43.67% votes against the BJP's 41.52%, reflecting stronger support among rural and OBC voters in arid, agriculturally challenged areas.[5][57] Central Gujarat, with 40 seats, proved more competitive, as the BJP took 20 seats at 46.02% versus the INC's 18 seats and 40.89%, with urban centers like Ahmedabad bolstering BJP dominance (17 of 21 seats, 58.93% votes).[5][57] South Gujarat, covering 35 seats, emerged as the BJP's strongest bastion, winning 28 seats with 51.56% of votes against the INC's 6 seats and 37.38%; industrial hubs like Surat (BJP 15 of 16 seats, 56.72%) and Vadodara (9 of 10 seats, 53.13%) underscored the party's appeal in urban and semi-urban economies driven by manufacturing and ports.[5][57] Kutch district, often grouped with Saurashtra, saw the BJP win 5 of 6 seats with 45.42% votes, though the INC held one amid sparse population and developmental focus.[57] These patterns reveal the BJP's broad consolidation, tempered by regional pockets of INC resilience in rural North and Central belts, and GPP's localized disruption in Saurashtra.[5]| Region | Total Seats | BJP Seats (%) | INC Seats (%) | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saurashtra | 54 | 35 (44.93) | 16 (37.18) | GPP impact (2 seats, 7.76%) |
| North Gujarat | 53 | 32 (49.56) | 21 (40.21) | INC strong in Banaskantha |
| Central Gujarat | 40 | 20 (46.02) | 18 (40.89) | Competitive; BJP urban edge |
| South Gujarat | 35 | 28 (51.56) | 6 (37.38) | BJP dominance in industry areas |
Results
Overall Seat and Vote Share Outcomes
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election, held on December 13 and 17 for all 182 constituencies, resulted in a third consecutive victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which secured 115 seats with 47.85% of the valid votes polled.[2] The Indian National Congress (INC) obtained 61 seats, capturing 38.93% of the votes.[2] Smaller parties and independents won the remaining 6 seats, with other parties collectively receiving approximately 13.22% of the vote share.[2] Voter turnout across the state was recorded at 72.5%, with 2,74,17,656 votes polled out of 3,78,27,502 electors.[4] The BJP's seat tally represented a marginal decline from its 117 seats in the 2007 election, despite a slight increase in vote share, indicating efficient vote consolidation in key areas.[2] The INC improved its seat count from 59 in 2007, reflecting gains in certain regions amid opposition campaigns focusing on governance critiques.[2]| Party | Seats Won | Vote Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) | 115 | 47.85 |
| Indian National Congress (INC) | 61 | 38.93 |
| Gujarat Parivartan Party (GPP) | 2 | ~3.6 (estimated from regional data) |
| Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) | 1 | ~0.9 |
| Independents (IND) | 3 | ~5.8 |
| Others | 0 | Remaining |
Performance by Party
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the incumbent ruling party, secured 115 seats out of 182 in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly, achieving a simple majority of 63% of the seats and enabling it to retain power under Chief Minister Narendra Modi for a third consecutive term.[58] This outcome represented a decline of 12 seats from the 127 won in the 2007 election, reflecting some erosion in its dominance amid anti-incumbency sentiments, yet the BJP's vote share remained robust at 47.85%, polled across all 182 constituencies it contested.[2] The Indian National Congress (INC), the primary opposition, improved marginally by winning 61 seats compared to 59 in 2007, capturing opposition strongholds in central and Saurashtra regions but failing to mount a credible challenge to the BJP's overall hold.[59] Its vote share, however, dipped to 38.93% from 43.06% five years prior, indicating a consolidation of anti-BJP votes toward the BJP itself rather than a significant shift to Congress.[59] The Gujarat Parivartan Party (GPP), formed as a breakaway from the BJP by former chief minister Keshubhai Patel to appeal to disaffected Patidar voters and position itself as a pro-development alternative, achieved modest success by winning 2 seats with an estimated vote share of around 4%. Smaller parties such as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), along with independents, collectively secured the remaining 4 seats, with negligible vote shares under 2% each, underscoring the bipolar nature of Gujarat's electoral contest dominated by BJP and INC.[5]| Party | Seats Won | Vote Share (%) | Seats Contested |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJP | 115 | 47.85 | 182 |
| INC | 61 | 38.93 | 176 |
| GPP | 2 | ~4 | 99 |
| Others/IND | 4 | <2 | Various |
District and Regional Breakdowns
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election results displayed pronounced regional variations, reflecting differences in voter preferences across the state's geographic divisions: Saurashtra, North Gujarat, Central Gujarat, and South Gujarat. In Saurashtra, encompassing 54 seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 35 seats with 44.93% of the vote, while the Indian National Congress (INC) secured 16 seats at 37.18%; the Gujarat Parivartan Party (GPP) gained 2 seats with 7.76% vote share. North Gujarat, with 53 seats, saw BJP claim 32 seats (49.56% vote), against INC's 21 (40.21%). Central Gujarat's 40 seats resulted in BJP taking 20 (46.02%) and INC 18 (40.89%), with others winning 1 each. South Gujarat, comprising 35 seats, was a BJP stronghold with 28 seats (51.56% vote) versus INC's 6 (37.38%). Overall, these patterns underscored BJP's dominance in southern and urban-influenced areas, contrasted by closer contests in northern and central regions.[5]| Region | Total Seats | BJP Seats (Vote %) | INC Seats (Vote %) | GPP Seats (Vote %) | NCP Seats (Vote %) | Others Seats (Vote %) | Turnout % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saurashtra | 54 | 35 (44.93) | 16 (37.18) | 2 (7.76) | 1 (0.83) | 0 (9.30) | 69.82 |
| North | 53 | 32 (49.56) | 21 (40.21) | 0 (1.41) | 0 (1.10) | 0 (7.72) | 72.69 |
| Central | 40 | 20 (46.02) | 18 (40.89) | 0 (2.19) | 1 (1.70) | 1 (9.20) | 72.77 |
| South | 35 | 28 (51.56) | 6 (37.38) | 0 (2.60) | 0 (0.05) | 1 (8.41) | 73.54 |
Notable Winning Candidates
Narendra Modi, serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat, won re-election from the Maninagar constituency in Ahmedabad district, securing his third consecutive term from the seat. He defeated Congress candidate Shweta Bhatt, wife of suspended IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt, by a margin of 86,373 votes, polling 117,542 votes against her 31,169.[60][61] This victory underscored Modi's strong personal appeal in urban Ahmedabad, contributing to the BJP's overall dominance in the election.[6] Amit Shah, a close aide to Modi and former Minister of State for Home, achieved a decisive win from the Sarkhej constituency in Ahmedabad, despite facing legal accusations in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh and Tulsiram Prajapati encounter cases, which were under investigation at the time. Shah defeated Congress opponent Rakesh Shah by over 1.6 lakh votes, reflecting robust BJP support in the area.[62][63] His success highlighted the party's resilience amid controversies surrounding key leaders.[64] Other prominent BJP victors included several incumbent ministers and long-serving MLAs who retained their seats with substantial margins, bolstering the party's legislative strength for Modi's third term as Chief Minister. The BJP's sweep in urban and semi-urban constituencies, driven by these high-profile wins, resulted in 115 seats overall.[58][65]Analysis and Interpretations
Factors Behind BJP's Victory
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s success in the 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election, which extended Chief Minister Narendra Modi's tenure for a third consecutive term since 2001, stemmed largely from the state's sustained economic momentum under his administration. Gujarat's economy had positioned itself as a key driver within India, bolstered by pro-business policies, infrastructure enhancements, and events such as the Vibrant Gujarat investment summits that drew substantial private capital. This governance record emphasized efficient administration and growth-oriented reforms, appealing to voters prioritizing stability and prosperity over divisive appeals.[66][11] Modi's campaign strategically highlighted aspirational themes—focusing on job creation, industrial expansion, and developmental achievements—rather than relying on identity-based mobilization or emotive rhetoric. Analysts noted that the BJP avoided "with us or against us" framing, instead leveraging Modi's personal popularity and the perceived effectiveness of his economic model to counter regional challenges like drought and caste dynamics. This approach resonated amid national contrasts with the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance's policy stagnation and corruption scandals, reinforcing voter confidence in Modi's leadership.[67][68] The Indian National Congress's fragmented opposition further aided the BJP, as internal disarray and failure to present a cohesive alternative undermined their challenge despite some gains in vote share. While religious polarization from past events like the 2002 riots lingered in critiques, empirical assessments indicate development metrics, not communal appeals, drove the outcome, with Modi's record enabling seat consolidation in key areas.[11][68]Voter Base Shifts and Demographics
The 2012 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election reflected Gujarat's demographic landscape, where Hindus comprised approximately 88-90% of the electorate, Muslims around 9%, Scheduled Tribes (ST) about 15%, and Scheduled Castes (SC) roughly 7%, with Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and upper castes forming significant voting blocs among Hindus. Voting patterns largely aligned with traditional caste and community affiliations, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) drawing core support from upper castes and certain OBC groups like Patels, while the Indian National Congress (INC) retained strength among SCs, STs, and Muslims. Urban areas, housing 42% of the population, favored the BJP with a 59.5% vote share compared to 32.8% for INC, whereas rural voters showed a narrower INC edge, influenced by factors like drought in Saurashtra and North Gujarat regions.[69][70]| Social Group | BJP Vote Share (%) | INC Vote Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Caste | 61 | 26 |
| OBC (Leuva Patel) | 63 | 15 |
| OBC (Kadwa Patel) | 82 | 7 |
| Kshatriya | 52 | 44 |
| Koli | 53 | 39 |
| Other OBC | 54 | 32 |
| SC | 23 | 65 |
| ST | 32 | 46 |
| Muslim | 20 | 72 |