Ambedkar’s victory in the Bombay City (Byculla and Parel) constituency was formally announced.

On 17 February 1937, the first general elections under the Government of India Act, 1935 were held.

Babasaheb Ambedkar contested from the Bombay City (Byculla and Parel) General Urban constituency.

His election symbol was a “man.”

The election results were announced on 24 February 1937.

He won the election by a huge margin and later took his official oath as an MLA on 19 July 1937.

Although the Muslim League had more seats, Ambedkar acted as the de facto Leader of the Opposition.

He challenged the Congress ministry on labour and land issues.

These actions established him as a major political force.
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