LOK SABHA QUOTA DISCUSSION
West Bengal polls: PM misusing govt machinery for political campaigns, says Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misusing government machinery for political campaigns. She stated that Modi's address regarding the women's quota bill constituted an illegal campaign for the BJP. Banerjee plans to file a complaint with the Election Commission. She questioned the delay in implementing the women's reservation bill passed in September 2023.
'Factually Abused Quackery': Congress' dig at government FAQs on women's quota bill
The Congress party has criticized the government's release of Frequently Asked Questions on women's reservation. They called the FAQs 'Factually Abused Quackery' and a 'damage control exercise'. This follows the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to implement 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures starting in 2029.
Rationalisation of voters in Lok Sabha constituencies: A look at seats with highest and lowest no. of voters
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called for a review of voter numbers in Lok Sabha constituencies. He stated that large electorates prevent MPs from serving their constituents effectively. Shah also urged support for a bill to implement a 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures by 2029.
Cong demands implementation of women's quota law on current LS strength, marches to BJP office
Congress staged a protest in New Delhi demanding immediate implementation of women's reservation. Party leaders accused the Modi government of deliberately delaying the quota for political reasons. They called for reservation on the current 543 Lok Sabha seats. The Congress highlighted that the bill was passed in 2023 but linked to census and delimitation, causing postponement.
Govt releases set of FAQs on women's reservation bill
The government has issued FAQs addressing women's reservation in legislatures. This follows the defeat of a Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. The FAQs clarify the proposed 33 per cent quota for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Implementation is linked to delimitation after the 2026 Census. The government aims for timely benefits for women.
At Cabinet meeting, PM Modi tells ministers to expose opposition's 'anti-women' mindset before people: Sources
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that political parties opposing the women's reservation bill will face consequences. He urged Union ministers to highlight the opposition's stance as anti-women to the public. The bill did not secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. The government remains committed to implementing women's reservation by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
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Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu criticise Opposition after Constitution Bill defeat; warn of impact on South’s representation and women’s quota
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy united in their criticism of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill's defeat. They expressed concern that blocking the bill would reduce southern states' representation and delay women's reservation. Both leaders believe this outcome denies justice and penalizes states that practice family planning.
Parliament adjourns sine die as Government shelves delimitation bill after women’s quota setback
Parliament's Budget session concluded abruptly. The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned sine die. This followed the failure of the women's reservation bill. The government also decided to put the delimitation proposal on hold. The session ended on a politically charged note. Attention now shifts to the government's future plans and ongoing state elections.
India has seen it, INDIA has stopped it: Rahul Gandhi on LS rejection of women's reservation bill
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav, criticized the government after the women's reservation bill failed to pass the Lok Sabha. They accused the Centre of using an "unconstitutional trick" and vowed to support a 2023 law for women's reservation. Home Minister Amit Shah, however, condemned the opposition's "celebration" as an insult to women.
Lok Sabha rejects women's reservation proposals under the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026
Lok Sabha rejected a legislative package to implement 33% women's reservation in legislative bodies, aiming for operationalization by the 2029 elections. This move delinks the quota from the census-linked delimitation, potentially expanding the Lok Sabha to 850 seats. While advancing the quota, concerns about population-based reallocation persist, requiring further parliamentary and state ratification.
No reservation to Muslims; quota on basis of religion unconstitutional: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made waves by declaring that reservations based on religion for Muslims breach constitutional principles. He has also revealed that the next population enumeration will include a caste census.
'Please don't hurt sentiments of Nari Shakti': PM Modi ahead of voting on Women's Reservation Bill
Women's Reservation Bill news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to all Members of Parliament to vote in favour of the Women's Reservation Bill. The bill aims to provide 33% reservation for women in Parliament. Discussions have been ongoing to address concerns and misconceptions. The Prime Minister emphasized that it is time for women to receive their rightful representation in decision-making processes.
Parliament special session Day 2: Lok Sabha to consider Delimitation Bill, Amendments to Women Reservation Bill for passing
Lok Sabha will debate and vote on key legislation including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill, which aims to increase Lok Sabha constituencies to 850, will also be discussed.
South's LS seats, political weight to rise: Govt
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured southern states their representation will rise with Lok Sabha expansion to 816 seats. He stated Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will see increased seats and political weight. Shah also clarified that reservation for Muslim women based on religion is unconstitutional. Bills related to women's reservation and delimitation were introduced.
Govt says 106th Constitutional Amendment Act to be effective from April 16
The Constitutional (106th) Amendment Act 2023, mandating one-third reservation for women in legislatures, is now effective from April 16, 2026. To expedite implementation, the government proposes amendments to delink the quota from future Census and delimitation, aiming for a 2029 rollout. This will increase Lok Sabha seats to 816 with 273 reserved for women.
Numbers not in favour of NDA to get women quota law passed in Parliament
The ruling NDA government faces a numbers crunch in Parliament for the women's reservation bills. Securing a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha requires support from opposition parties or their abstention. Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed for consensus. The Constitution amendment bill and related bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha after a division of votes.
Women's Reservation Bill 2026: After 30 years, here's how India moves to reserve 33% seats for women in Parliament
Parliament is considering a new law to bring 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies starting from the 2029 elections. This move aims to increase women's representation significantly. The proposed legislation seeks to implement this reservation by expanding the number of seats.
Lok Sabha seats in five southern states to increase to 195 from 129, clarifies Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has dismissed claims that southern states will see reduced representation in the Lok Sabha. He stated that following the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation, the total number of Lok Sabha seats will increase. Southern states will see their seats rise significantly, enhancing their power.
TDP, JD(U) support women’s reservation, flag ‘nari shakti’ push
Byreddy Shabari of the Telugu Desam Party backed the women’s quota bills in the Lok Sabha, saying they mark a shift from women’s development to women-led development and will enable greater leadership roles. Other NDA allies, including Janata Dal (United), also supported the legislation, emphasising women’s role in achieving Viksit Bharat, even as opposition parties protested and termed the bills anti-constitutional.
Lok Sabha's strength to go up to 815, 272 of these for women; no state will suffer: Arjun Ram Meghwal
Parliament is set to increase the Lok Sabha's strength to 815 seats. This expansion includes reserving 272 seats for women, ensuring no state or male representation suffers. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhniyam aims to provide women their due rights. This move follows the introduction of three key bills in the Lok Sabha.
True intent of bills brought by govt mischievous, have to be rejected completely: Congress
New Delhi. The Congress party has strongly criticized the government's proposed women's reservation bills. Party leader Jairam Ramesh stated the bills' true intent is mischievous and they must be rejected. He highlighted concerns about delimitation proposals favoring populous states. The opposition demands immediate one-third reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, including SC, ST, and OBC communities.
Centre to redraw Lok Sabha and Assembly constituencies but may avoid allocation to allay fears
New Delhi is set to redraw Lok Sabha and assembly constituencies using the 2011 Census. However, seat allocation among states will not change. Parliament will decide on a uniform increase in total seats, maintaining the current inter-state balance. This move aims to address concerns about political weight shifting. The expansion is linked to women's reservation, potentially increasing women MPs significantly.
Centre plans Lok Sabha expansion to 850 seats, women’s quota from 2029
India's electoral map is set for a major change. The Lok Sabha could have up to 850 seats. Parliament and state assemblies may see a 50% increase in seats. From 2029, over 270 seats could be reserved for women. This move aims to implement the women's reservation law sooner. A special parliamentary session will discuss these proposals.
Explained: Women’s reservation, delimitation and Nari Shakti; inside govt’s three-act play in special April 16-18 session
Parliament will hold a special session to amend the women's reservation law from April 16-18. The government aims to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from the 2029 general elections. Proposed changes will delink the quota from a future Census and delimitation. This will allow women's reservation to be in place for the 2029 Lok Sabha and assembly elections.
For 33% quota for women before next parliamentary polls, Lok Sabha seats to be increased to up to 850
The Centre plans to introduce a Constitution amendment bill to operationalise 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies by expanding its strength to up to 850 seats and redrawing constituencies based on 2011 Census data.The move, alongside delimitation and enabling laws for Union territories, aims to fast-track implementation of the women’s reservation law without waiting for the next census.The move, alongside delimitation and enabling laws for Union territories, aims to fast-track implementation of the women’s reservation law without waiting for the next census.
Mallikarjun Kharge convenes meeting of Congress brass to discuss women quota, delimitation
Congress leaders convened to strategise on the women's reservation law. Parliament will hold a special session to discuss amendments for its implementation. The law aims to reserve 33 percent of seats for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies. This will be operationalised after a delimitation exercise based on the next census, increasing Lok Sabha seats before the 2029 polls.
PM Modi a 'misleader', engaged in 'deliberate deceit' over delimitation: Congress
Congress has strongly criticized the government's proposed delimitation bills. The party alleges Prime Minister Narendra Modi has misled the nation. These bills could reduce the strength of southern states and smaller states in the Lok Sabha. Southern Chief Ministers have also voiced concerns, warning of protests if their states are harmed.
Congress on side of roadblock, not reform: BJP on women's quota law amendments
The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused the Congress of creating obstacles for the implementation of the 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The government plans to fast-track the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, aiming for its effect in the 2029 elections. Opposition parties are urged to support this reform for women's empowerment.
'Devious intentions': Derek O'Brien attacks govt ahead of Parliament sitting on women's quota, delimitation
Derek O'Brien of Trinamool Congress accuses Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of mocking Parliament. He states their actions are political theatrics before upcoming elections. The government plans a special parliamentary session to implement women's reservation. This involves increasing Lok Sabha seats and reserving seats for women.
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