The
University of Delhi has a long history student political activity. 
The
Delhi University Students Union is the representative body of the students from
most colleges and faculties. Apart from this, each college has its own students
union to which elections are held every year. The student elections are fought
keenly and with great enthusiasm. In the past, several of the office bearers of
Delhi University Students Union have gone on to hold public offices in State and
central governments.
The
elections to Delhi University Students Union are by direct voting by the students
of the University and member colleges. The elections are usually held in August
-September of each year.
