Assembly Constituencies in Sikkim State

Overview

Sikkim, a key state in India, has a well-established legislative framework to govern its population and economy. Below is a list of 31 Assembly Constituencies in Sikkim State.

Vidhan Sabha: Sikkim's Legislative Assembly

Structure and Composition

The Sikkim Vidhan Sabha is the lower house (and often the sole house) of the state's legislature. It consists of 31 elected representatives (MLAs), with members chosen directly by the people through general elections held every five years.

Functions of the Vidhan Sabha

The Vidhan Sabha is a cornerstone of state governance. Its primary responsibilities include:

  • Legislation: Proposing, debating, and enacting laws that address the state's specific needs.
  • Budget Approval: Deliberating and approving the state budget, which outlines expenditure and revenue for the year.
  • Oversight: Monitoring the executive branch and ensuring accountability through question hours, debates, and motions.
  • Representation: Acting as a voice for the citizens, addressing their grievances, and ensuring their interests are reflected in state policies.

List of Assembly Constituencies in Sikkim State

Sikkim

31 Constituencies
Assembly Constituency Assembly Code Parliament Constituency Code
Arithang 1350 192
Barfung 1351 192
Chujachen 1352 192
Daramdin 1353 192
Djongu 1354 192
Gangtok 1355 192
Gnathang-machong 1356 192
Gyalshing-barnyak 1357 192
Kabi lungchuk 1358 192
Khamdong-singtam 1359 192
Lachen mangan 1360 192
Maneybung-dentam 1361 192
Martam-rumtek 1362 192
Melli 1363 192
Namcheybung 1364 192
Namchi-singhithang 1365 192
Namthang-rateypani 1366 192
Poklok-kamrang 1367 192
Rangang-yangang 1368 192
Rhenock 1369 192
Rinchenpong 1370 192
Salghari-zoom 1371 192
Shyari 1372 192
Soreong-chakung 1373 192
Temi-namphing 1374 192
Tumen-lingi 1375 192
Upper burtuk 1376 192
Upper tadong 1377 192
West pendam 1378 192
Yangthang 1379 192
Yoksam-tashiding 1380 192

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