Government considers special Session to pass Delimitation Bill, 2026 for Women’s Reservation Act
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The government is considering a special Session of Parliament to pass the Delimitation Bill, 2026, to increase the Lok Sabha strength to 850 seats to operationalize the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023.
Background
The government requires a two-thirds majority (361 votes) to pass the Constitution Amendment Bill. The proposed bill seeks to increase the Lok Sabha strength from 543 to a maximum of 850 seats based on the 2011 Census.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe government requires 361 votes to secure a two-thirds majority for the Constitution Amendment Bill.
- FactThe proposed Delimitation Bill, 2026, aims to increase the Lok Sabha strength from 543 to a maximum of 850 seats.
- FactThe Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, provides for 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies.
- FactA fresh Session of Parliament requires at least 14 days' notice, while an extended sitting requires a minimum two-day notice.
- FactThe government proposed increasing Lok Sabha seats for all States by 50% to maintain inter-State seat ratios based on the 1971 Census.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional and federal implications of increasing the Lok Sabha seat count to operationalize the Women's Reservation Act, 2023.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Concerns of Southern States regarding seat ratios based on the 1971 Census vs. 2011 Census data.
- Constitutional hurdle: Requirement of a two-thirds majority for amendments affecting seat distribution and representation.
Keywords: Delimitation · Women's Reservation Act · Constitutional Amendment · Federalism · Parliamentary Procedure
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