LOK SABHA SEATS DISCUSSION
Women's Reservation Bill: Karnataka CM accuses PM Modi of adopting 'double standard'
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of hypocrisy regarding women's reservation. He stated the Centre delayed implementation despite opportunities. Siddaramaiah highlighted the Congress party's historical support for women's reservation, citing past amendments. He questioned the timing and linkage with delimitation, suggesting it disadvantages southern states.
'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.
Women's quota row: UP CM Yogi Adityanath likens opposition conduct in Lok Sabha to Draupadi 'cheerharan'
Attacking opposition parties including the Congress, Samajwadi Party, TMC and DMK, Adityanath said they were "anti-women" and their speeches and actions had exposed them.
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.
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Women's quota bill would have ensured defeat of democracy, Constitution: Aaditya Thackeray
Aaditya Thackeray stated the women's quota bill, tied to delimitation, was a political move to weaken states and secure unfair wins. He claimed the bill, which sought to increase Lok Sabha seats and implement women's reservation, was rejected by opposition MPs. The proposed constitutional amendment required a two-thirds majority but did not achieve it.
"This victory is just a trailer:" MK Stalin after 131st Amendment Bill failed to pass Lok Sabha
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. He declared this a victory against Tamil Nadu and a preview of the upcoming state assembly elections. Stalin predicted a significant win for his party, DMK, in the 2026 polls. Opposition parties had also raised concerns about the bill's implementation timeline.
Delimitation Bill 2026 shelved after women’s reservation amendment fails in Lok Sabha
The government has halted the Delimitation Bill. This decision follows the failure of the women's reservation amendment bill in the Lok Sabha. The delimitation exercise was linked to implementing this reservation. The proposed redrawing of parliamentary constituencies is now on hold. This move impacts the future of electoral representation across Indian states and union territories.
No state will lose out in delimitation, says Amit Shah; offers 50% seat hike amendment if Opposition backs bill
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed a significant increase in Lok Sabha seats. He stated that no state will be disadvantaged in the upcoming delimitation exercise. Shah offered to amend the bill for a uniform 50% rise in seats if opposition parties agree to its passage. This move aims to address concerns from southern states about potential representation loss.
South vs North New Delimitation debate: Hindi belt's share in Lok Sabha fallen more since 1951
Historical data from 1951-1977 reveals a complex shift in Lok Sabha seat allocation, with both Hindi belt and southern states seeing their share decline. This was primarily due to increased representation for Union Territories and gains by western and eastern states, not a North-South imbalance. State reorganisation and the evolving federal map also significantly shaped parliamentary representation.
'Delimitation Bill like a 'sales pitch' of insurance salesman': Karti Chidambaram
Congress leader Karti Chidambaram criticizes the government's proposed Delimitation Bill. He likens it to an insurance sales pitch where assurances differ from the fine print. Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed concerns about the bill potentially harming Southern states' representation. The government aims to increase Lok Sabha seats to 850 and implement women's reservation from 2029 polls.
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.
New Delimitation Bill 2026: What it means and its key proposals
The government's tabling of the Delimitation Bill has ignited a political firestorm, particularly from southern opposition parties. The proposal, which could redistribute Lok Sabha seats based on population, threatens to reduce the South's political influence despite their economic contributions. Critics argue this move penalizes states that successfully controlled population growth.
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.
Government tables Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament to implement 33% quota for women ahead of 2029 Lok Sabha elections
The government on Thursday introduced three bills in Parliament to implement 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies from the 2029 elections, but faces an uphill task as opposition parties have vowed to vote against the delimitation provisions embedded in the package.
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.
Congress support women's reservation: Priyanka Gandhi says if Constitution Amendment Bill passed, democracy will be finished
Priyanka Gandhi supports women's reservation but criticizes the BJP's bills as politically motivated. She stated that without a caste census, all sections will not get their due share. Gandhi highlighted the Congress's historical role in advocating for women's rights and reservations, tracing back to Nehru and Rajiv Gandhi.
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.
Women's reservation & delimitation bills tabled: India braces for 850-seat Lok Sabha future
Parliament is set to introduce three key bills, including women's reservation from 2029 and delimitation of constituencies. While the opposition supports women's quota, they strongly oppose the delimitation bill, citing concerns over constituency redrawing and potential seat increases. The government aims to pass these bills together, with the opposition questioning the basis and fairness of the proposed changes.
Delimitation bill: Congress opposes govt's proposal, calls it 'deleterious, detrimental'
Three important bills are likely to be introduced in the special session of Parliament starting today, including one to reserve seats for women in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections and another to redraw constituency boundaries.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin kicks-off statewide anti-delimitation agitation, burns copy of proposed bill
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has initiated a statewide protest against the proposed delimitation bill. He burned a copy of the bill and raised a black flag, signaling strong opposition. This move escalates concerns over constituency revisions based on the 2011 census.
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.
Bills to operationalise women's quota listed for introduction in Lok Sabha on Thursday
Parliament will consider three key bills to enact the women's reservation law by 2029. These proposals aim to increase Lok Sabha seats to a maximum of 850. The legislation will also boost representation in state and Union Territory assemblies. This move ensures 33 percent reservation for women. The delimitation exercise will be based on the 2011 Census.
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.
DMK MP Kanimozhi flays AIADMK chief Palaniswami on delimitation
Kanimozhi criticised Edappadi K Palaniswami over his stance on delimitation, accusing him of ignoring Tamil Nadu’s interests. She also warned of protests if Lok Sabha seats in the state are reduced.
Only women leaders to represent BJP in TV debates for a week ahead of Women's Reservation Act discussion
The BJP is fielding only women leaders in television debates this week. This move aims to emphasize the upcoming parliamentary discussions on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Amendments to the Women's Reservation Act will be presented. The government seeks to implement 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies from 2029.
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