Govt revs up consultations on early implementation of Women’s Reservation Act
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Why in news
The Union Home Minister met with opposition leaders to discuss amending the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, to facilitate early implementation for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
Background
The government proposes to reserve one-third of seats in Parliament and State Assemblies for women using 2011 Census data. The amendment is intended to be introduced during the ongoing Budget Session or a Special Session later this year.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillWomen’s Reservation Act, 2023: Provides for one-third reservation of seats for women in Parliament and State Assemblies.
- FactThe proposed amendment plans to use 2011 Census data for seat reservation calculations.
- FactThe target for implementation of these provisions is the 2029 Lok Sabha election.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Women’s Reservation Act in achieving substantive political representation for women in India's legislative bodies.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data discrepancy: Potential electoral imbalances arising from using 2011 Census data for 2029 seat allocations
- Political consensus: Necessity of multi-party deliberation to ensure the Act's democratic legitimacy and inclusivity
Keywords: Substantive representation · Legislative amendment · Gender parity · Constitutional mandate · Political inclusion
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