1999
Prof. I.G. Sanadi
Margin39,1985.1%
Winner votes3,55,52346.2%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
Prof. I.G. Sanadi INC | 3,55,523 | 46.2% | |
| 2 | B.M.Menasinkai JD(U) | 3,16,325 | 41.1% |
| 3 | N.Basavaraj JD(S) | 96,943 | 12.6% |
Turnout70.6%Votes cast7,68,791Electors10,88,328