The 1741 Shirerithian general elections are the upcoming elections in 1741 AN for the Adelsraad and Folksraad. They are the first since the end of the Shiro-Benacian War and reallowed the participation of political parties.
The newly acquired territories from the Benacian Union will not hold elections right now. Rather, by-elections will be held once civil government is in place and a census has been taken.
Contesting Parties
Participating parties in the elections of 1741 AN were:
The Imperial Democratic Party (IDP) returned to the political arena with the goal of pushing for democratisation of Shirerithian society. While it had played an important role in fighting the most radical elements during the Mango Anarchy, its connection with the Imperial Democrats of Ransenar cost them in popularity due to friction among the populace for the loss of Guttuli during the Shiro-Benacian War.
The Republican Imperial Coalition (RIC) united moderate conservatives and reactionaries who formerly voted for the Throne Loyalists and Mango-Strenghtening Movement.
The Reform Society sought to protect gains made during the Anarchy which benefitted the commoners. Seen by some as radical, but relative harmless and moderate.
