1980
MANICKAM, M. S.
Margin19,65522.9%
Winner votes52,31160.9%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
MANICKAM, M. S. ADK | 52,311 | 60.9% | |
| 2 | MEENATCHISUNDARAM, M. DMK | 32,656 | 38.0% |
| 3 | SUBRAMANIA GOUNDER, K. V. M. JNP(JP) | 988 | 1.1% |
Turnout80.2%Votes cast85,955Electors1,07,177