1867 Italian General Election

17 March 1867 · The Liberal monarchy · 493 seats, 247 for a majority

General elections were held in Italy on 10 March 1867, with a second round on 17 March. Before the elections, Bettino Ricasoli resigned as prime minister due to a disagreement with the Chamber; the Chamber disapproved of his agreements with the Vatican regarding the repatriation of certain religious properties.

Prime Minister before

Bettino Ricasoli

Historical Right

Prime Minister after

Urbano Rattazzi

Historical Left

Largest force

Historical Left

225 of 493 seats

Turnout

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The result

Historical Left
Urbano Rattazzi
225
seats
Historical Right
Bettino Ricasoli
151
seats

117 further seats went to parties and independents outside the main contenders listed above.