Malayan Peoples' Socialist Front
| Malayan Peoples' Socialist Front | |
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| Barisan Sosialis Rakyat Malaya | |
| Founded | 26 August 1958 |
| Dissolved | September 1969 |
| Membership |
Partai Rakyat Labour Party of Malaya |
| Ideology |
Democratic socialism, Left-wing nationalism |
| Colours | Red |
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The Malayan Peoples' Socialist Front (Malay: Barisan Sosialis Rakyat Malaya) or better known as Socialist Front was a coalition of Malaysian socialist parties. Formed on 26 August 1958. Disbanded after the demise of Labour Party of Malaya.
In 1959 General Elections, the Socialist Front managed to gain 8 seats in Selangor, Johor, and Penang constituencies. It gained 34.6% of the popular vote cast in the constituencies.[1]
The Socialist Front managed to gain 13 out of 14 seats in George Town, Penang during the 1961 Local Elections.[1]
Later in 1964 General Elections,the Socialist Front lost 6 seats and managed to maintain 2 seats.
