[1] Political parties are banned in Oman, so all the candidates ran as independents.
About 390,000 people were eligible to vote for the 632 candidates (among them 21 women) standing for 84 mandates in 61 districts.
Women lost two seats they won in the previous election at the capital.
Generally, candidates who emphasized their professional and educational background lost, while those who mainly campaigned based on their tribal and family ties received more votes.
Many candidates stated the goal for the assembly was becoming a true legislative chamber and increasing its influence.