An analysis by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals that 46% of the newly elected Lok Sabha members have criminal cases against them, with 27 convicted. This includes serious charges like rape and murder. The trend shows a significant increase in such cases over recent elections.

An alarming 46% of the 543 newly elected Lok Sabha members have criminal cases registered against them, with 27 already convicted, according to a study by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR).

Data revealed an unprecedented number of MPs with criminal records, showcasing a rising trend over the years. In 2024, candidates with declared criminal cases had a 15.3% chance of winning, compared to 4.4% for those with clean backgrounds. This points to a disturbing acceptance of criminality in politics.

Among the winning MPs, 31% face serious allegations such as rape, murder, and crimes against women, marking a sharply increasing trend. Even leading parties like BJP and Congress showed a significant number of their candidates with declared criminal backgrounds, raising questions over electoral choices and party endorsements.