ELECTION OF
1995
BY GROUP 4 :
ISMAIL IBR AHIM, JASON YONG CHEE SIONG, ANDREW WONG JING YI,
CHAN CHOOI YEE, CHIN LEE WAN, LEONG JIA HENG
ELECTION IN
1955
MALAYSIA
Abstract
The 1955 general election in Tanah Melayu is
highlighting its historical importance, key events,
and outcomes. The election was pivotal in shaping
the political landscape and progressing towards
independence.
1. *BACKGROUND* 2. *OBJECTIVE OF THE ELECTION* 3. *SIGNIFICANCE*
- TANAH MELAYU (MALAYA) - TO ELECT MEMBERS OF THE - FIRST DEMOCRATIC
UNDER BRITISH COLONIAL RULE. FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL. ELECTION IN MALAYA.
- GROWING DEMAND FOR - FIRST STEPS TOWARD SELF- - SYMBOLIZED UNITY AND
INDEPENDENCE POST-WORLD GOVERNANCE AND PREPARATION FOR COLLABORATION AMONG
WAR II. INDEPENDENCE. MAJOR ETHNIC GROUPS.
- FORMATION OF POLITICAL
ORGANIZATIONS LIKE UMNO,
MCA, AND MIC.O
Colonial Governance Formation of the
Pre-Election Alliance Party
THE REJECTION FROM LOCAL EMERGANCE OF ONE’SHIP
POPULATION
- Coalition of UMNO, MCA, and MIC in
- British administration and resistance 1954.
from local groups. - Unity between Malay, Chinese, and
- The rise of nationalism and political Indian communities
consciousness.
The 1955 Election
Key statistics
Held on 27 August 1955
Total of 52 seats contested in Federal
Preparation Legislative Council (FLC)
Election Commission established
Registered Voters : Approx. 1.28 million
in 1954
-Allowed more Malayan representation in the
coucil
-Alliance Party win majority of seats
Voter registration and campaigning
-Voter registration drive launched to enroll
eligible voters
-Political parties active campaigning
Alliance Party (Lead by Pan-Malayan Islamic Independents and
Tunku Abdul Rahman) Party (PMIP) Smaller Parties
-Coalition of UMNO, MCA, and The precursor to Parti Had limited impact,
MIC. Islam Se-Malaysia but some presence in
-Aimed to represent all ethnic (PAS). the electoral
groups in Malaya. Focused on Islamic landscape
-Advocated for a moderate principles and Malay-
approach to governance. Muslim rights.
Analysis of Results
Impact on Political Landscape: Long-Term Effects:
The Alliance Party’s The Alliance Party’s political
overwhelming victory showcased dominance continued through
its broad base of support across Malaya's transition to independence
multiple ethnic groups. in 1957.
Limited success for the PMIP The election results helped to forge a
indicated the less widespread more inclusive national identity in
appeal of religiously focused Malaya.
parties at the time.
Impact of the Election
*Ethnic Unity*
-Collaboration between Malays,Chinese,and Indians
*Political Implications* in the Alliance.
-Strengthened Tunku Abdul Rahman’s -Fostered national identity and mutual trust.
Leadership.
-Foundation for negotiations with the
British for independence.
*Progress Toward Independence*
-Led to the Merdeka Talks in London.
-Declaration of independence on 31st August 1957.
Challenges and Criticsms
*British Influence*
- Some viewed the election as a controlled step by the British.
*Representation Issues*
-Limited voter eligibility;
rural majority underrepresented.
*Ethnic Balance*
- Absence of opposition strength.
- Concerns over long-
term power sharing
among ethnic groups.
CONCLUSION
Summary of Outcomes
- Pivotal step in Malaya's journey toward independence.
- Established a model for multi-ethnic cooperation in governance.
Legacy
- The election remains a landmark in Malaysian history.
- Lessons on unity, democracy, and negotiation continue to resonate.
REFERENCES
- Archival documents on the 1955 election.
- Scholarly works on Malayan independence.
- Speeches and writings of Tunku Abdul Rahman.
LINKS
- Archival documents on the 1955 election.
http://journalarticle.ukm.my/18460/1/50860-170176-1-PB.pdf
https://pustakailmu.arkib.gov.my/index.php/ms/pustaka-ilmu/imbasan-
fakta/pilihanraya-umum-pertama-persekutuan-1955
https://library.fes.de/pdf-files/iez/01361005.pdf
- Scholarly works on Malayan independence.
https://www.weacademia.com/my/sejarah/tingkatan-4/sejarah-t4-bab-
8/sejarah-t4-bab-8-3
https://www.pnm.gov.my/yangpertama/Politik_Pilihraya.htm
- Speeches and writings of Tunku Abdul Rahman.
https://pustakailmu.arkib.gov.my/images/koleksi-ucapan-perdana-menteri/tun-abdul-
razak/1960UCAPAN_TUN_HAJI_ABDUL_RAZAK_BIN_HUSSEIN.pdf
