1978
H. M. MALLIKARJUNAPPA
Margin7,53812.2%
Winner votes30,01648.4%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
H. M. MALLIKARJUNAPPA INC(I) | 30,016 | 48.4% | |
| 2 | H. R. BASAVARAJU JNP | 22,478 | 36.2% |
| 3 | D. L. MALLAIAH INC | 9,538 | 15.4% |
Turnout76.9%Votes cast62,032Electors80,691