Usha Ranjan Sen (1 January 1923 – 12 September 2002) was an Indian politician and was a Member of the Legislative Assembly[1][2][3][4] who significantly contributed to the political landscape of Tripura. He served as the Deputy Speaker[5] in the 3rd Assembly of Tripura from 29 March 1972, to 4 November 1977.[2][6][7][5][8][4][9][10] A member of the Indian National Congress, he represented the Radhakishorepur constituency.[1][7][3]
Usha Ranjan Sen | |
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| Born | 1 January 1923 |
| Died | 12 September 2002 (aged 79) Udaipur, Tripura |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Known for | Political Contribution to the Landscape of Tripura |
| Political party | Indian National Congress |
Political career
editIn the 1972 Tripura Legislative Assembly election,[7][3][11] Usha Ranjan Sen stood as a candidate from the Indian National Congress in the Radhakishorepur constituency. He won the election by a margin of 4,888 votes, defeating his opponent Sushil Mukerjee. This victory marked a significant milestone in his political career.During his tenure from 29 March 1972, to 4 November 1977, Sen served as the Deputy Speaker of the 3rd Assembly of Tripura.[12]
Legacy
editUsha Ranjan Sen's contributions to the political and legal fields in Tripura are remembered for their impact on the state's development and governance. His tenure as Deputy Speaker[5][2][7] is particularly noted for the significant role he played in the legislative assembly[7][3][1]
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Usha Ranjan Sen was with the former late Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, and with the former late Chief Minister, Sukhamoy Sen Gupta, in 1972 -
Usha Ranjan Sen hoisting Indian National flag on the occasion of 15 August in Tripura Assembly
References
edit- ^ a b c "Tripura Assembly Election Results in 1972". www.elections.in. Retrieved 8 July 2024.
- ^ a b c Assembly, Tripura (India) Legislative (8 March 1976). Assembly Proceedings, Official Report (in Bengali). authority of the Tripura Legislative Assembly Secretariat.
- ^ a b c d Majumder, Benimadhab (1997). The Legislative Opposition in Tripura. Tripura State Tribal Cultural Research Institute & Museum, Government of Tripura.
- ^ a b Tripura (India) (1974). Administration Report.
- ^ a b c Tripura, the Enchanting Land. Directorate of Public Relations & Tourism, Government of Tripura. 1976.
- ^ Reed, Sir Stanley (1976). The Times of India Directory and Year Book Including Who's who. Bennett, Coleman & Company.
- ^ a b c d e Commission, India Election (1977). List of Members of Electoral College for Presidential Election. etc., Controller of Publications.
- ^ India, a Reference Annual. Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. 1978.
- ^ Malhotra, G. C. (2005). Anti-defection Law in India and the Commonwealth. [Published for] Lok Sabha Secretariat [by] Metropolitan Book Company. ISBN 978-81-200-0406-1.
- ^ The Journal of Parliamentary Information. Lok Sabha Secretariat. 2002.
- ^ "IndiaVotes AC: All Candidates of INC for 1977". IndiaVotes. Retrieved 8 July 2024.
- ^ "Tripura Assembly Election Results in 1972". www.elections.in. Retrieved 18 October 2024.