1980
KANDASWAMY M.
Margin21,2184.0%
Winner votes2,76,01551.5%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
KANDASWAMY M. DMK | 2,76,015 | 51.5% | |
| 2 | KOLANTHAIVELU R. ADK | 2,54,797 | 47.5% |
| 3 | SAMY R.G. IND | 3,771 | 0.7% |
| 4 | NARAYANAN E.M.S. IND | 1,298 | 0.2% |
Turnout60.3%Votes cast5,35,881Electors8,89,296