With reference to the first vote of confidence in an Indian state assembly, consider the following statements: 1. The motion passed with a score of 150 votes in favor and 200 against. 2. The motion was won by C. Rajagopalachari in the Tamil Nadu Assembly in 1952. 3. The vote of confidence followed by-elections held in Chennai and Madurai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

India's First Vote of Confidence: CR Wins 200-151 in Tamil Nadu Assembly

GS1History · Society · Geography· Modern India & freedom struggle· Prelims + Mains· 30 September 2026

Constitutional history and legislative procedures: a GS1 and GS2 angle on parliamentary democracy.

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The historical first vote of confidence in an Indian state assembly was recorded in 1952, where C. Rajagopalachari (CR) secured the motion in the Tamil Nadu Assembly.

Background

In June 1952, C. Rajagopalachari sought a vote of confidence in the Tamil Nadu Assembly following by-elections in Coimbatore and Aruppukottai. The motion passed with 200 votes in favor and 151 against.

Facts for Prelims

FactThe vote of confidence in the Tamil Nadu Assembly was won with a score of 200 for and 151 against.
PlaceThe by-elections preceding the vote of confidence were held in Coimbatore and Aruppukottai.
PostC. Rajagopalachari (CR) served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during this period.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the first vote of confidence in an Indian state assembly, consider the following statements:

The motion passed with a score of 150 votes in favor and 200 against.
The motion was won by C. Rajagopalachari in the Tamil Nadu Assembly in 1952.
The vote of confidence followed by-elections held in Chennai and Madurai.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (a) 2 only — Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The motion passed with 200 votes in favor and 151 against. Statement 3 is incorrect: The by-elections were held in Coimbatore and Aruppukottai.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the evolution of parliamentary democracy in India through the lens of legislative mechanisms like the 'vote of confidence' in state assemblies.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Constitutional mandate: Ensuring executive accountability to the legislature through floor tests
Historical precedent: Transition from colonial governance to representative parliamentary procedures

Keywords: Parliamentary Democracy · Executive Accountability · Legislative Procedure · Constitutional History

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