- Mizoram was one of the districts of the state of Assam.
- It became a Union Territory in 1972.
- The Mizoram Legislative Assembly started functioning on May 10, 1972.
- Mizoram attained statehood on February 20, 1987.
- It is considered one of the most peaceful states of the north-east.
- The original election date was scheduled for November 29. It was changed by the Election Commission to December 2nd as many who go to church on a Saturday refused to vote that day.
