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The number of political parties contesting the Lok Sabha elections has surged by 104% from 2009 to 2024. A total of 751 parties are participating in 2024 compared to 677 in 2019, 464 in 2014, and 368 in 2009, according to an analysis by ADR. The analysis of 8,337 candidates reveals a diverse mix of representation. Criminal cases have been declared by candidates from different party types and a significant number of crorepatis feature among the contestants.

Elections 2024: ADR says 104% increase in political parties contesting Lok Sabha elections from 2009 to 2024.

A poll rights body has reported an average increase of 43% in the assets of 324 MPs who have re-entered the Lok Sabha elections in the last five years. The average assets of these MPs in 2019 were around Rs 21.55 crore, while in the current electoral cycle, the average asset value has increased "significantly" to Rs 30.88 crore, marking an increase of Rs 9.33 crore over the past five years. The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) analysed the financial growth among Members of Parliament (MPs) recontesting in the 2024 general elections.

The number of female candidates contesting Lok Sabha elections in India has increased steadily over the past 15 years, rising from 7% in 2009 to 9.6% in 2024, according to an analysis by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR). In 2024, 797 women are contesting, representing 9.6% of the total 8,337 candidates, an increase from 9% in 2019, 8% in 2014, and 7% in 2009.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said a