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The second election to the State Council of Ceylon was held from 22 February to 7 March 1936. [1]
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50 seats to the State Council of Ceylon 26 seats were needed for a majority | ||
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The second election to the State Council of Ceylon was held from 22 February to 7 March 1936. [1]
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