1971
P. A. SAMINATHAN
Margin60,49216.0%
Winner votes2,19,66258.0%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
P. A. SAMINATHAN DMK | 2,19,662 | 58.0% | |
| 2 | E. V. K. SAMPATH NCO | 1,59,170 | 42.0% |
Turnout67.0%Votes cast3,78,832Electors5,65,827
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
P. A. SAMINATHAN DMK | 2,19,662 | 58.0% | |
| 2 | E. V. K. SAMPATH NCO | 1,59,170 | 42.0% |