The Jamaat in Parliamentary Elections
| 1973 Parliament Election | 1978 Parliament Election | 1986 Parliament Election | 1991 Parliament Election | 1996 Parliament Election | 2001 Parliament Election | 2008 Parliament Election |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party was banned because of its opposition of Bangladesh independence and collaborated with Pakistan army. | Party was allowed to start political activities. | Won 10 seats. | Won 18 seats. | Won 3 seats. | Won 18 seats. (took part by forming alliance with 3 other parties.) | Won 2 seats.(took part by forming alliance with 3 other parties.) |
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