INDIAN GENERAL ELECTION 2004

Early day motion 1243, tabled 20 May 2004 by Steve Pound (Labour). Signed by 42 members.

That this House congratulates the Election Commission of India on conducting the world's largest democratic exercise in which India's electorate cast their votes electronically to elect a new government; furthermore notes that the election occurred in a peaceful, organised and, importantly, in a transparent manner verified by international agencies and media coverage; applauds outgoing Prime Minister Vajpayee for promoting constructive cooperation in opposition in the true spirit of democracy; congratulates the Congress Party for their electoral success; and especially notes the stability of Indian democracy proved by the peaceful handover of governments.

Signatures by party: Labour 27, Liberal Democrat 9, Labour/Co-operative 2, UUP 2, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1.