Centre moots inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census
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Why in news
The Centre is proposing constitutional amendments to redistribute Lok Sabha seats based on the 2011 Census to expand the house size and facilitate women's reservation.
Background
The proposal suggests increasing the Lok Sabha size from 550 to a maximum of 850 seats. It includes a redistribution of seats based on population shifts since 1971 and the 2011 Census.
Facts for Prelims
- FactProposed maximum size of Lok Sabha: 850 seats
- FactCurrent Lok Sabha size mentioned: 550 seats
- FactBasis for redistribution: 2011 Census and population shifts since 1971
- FactStated objective: Implementation of 33% reservation for women in Parliament
For Mains
Q. Examine the constitutional and federal implications of redistributing Lok Sabha seats based on census data rather than the latest available population figures.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Potential dilution of smaller states' representation vs. principle of 'one person, one vote'
- Constitutional hurdle: Requirement of ratification by half of the states for changes to seat distribution
- Demographic shift: Impact of using 2011 data on current population density and representation accuracy
Keywords: Delimitation · Federalism · Parliamentary Representation · Constitutional Amendment · Demographic Shift
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