Government Considers Delimitation Based on 2011 Census to Expedite Women’s Reservation Act

The government is proposing amendments to the process of seat selection in Parliament, utilizing the Census data from 2011 as the foundational basis. If implemented, this change would increase the total number of parliamentary seats to 816, with 273 of those designated as reserved for women.

This move aligns with ongoing efforts to enhance representation within the legislative framework. The inclusion of Census data aims to ensure that the allocation of seats reflects demographic changes and population growth as captured in the 2011 Census.

Its noteworthy that the 2011 Census has been a pivotal point for policy discussions in various sectors. The allocation of reserved seats for women is part of a broader strategy to bolster female participation in governance, addressing gender disparities within national and regional political landscapes.

Further developments will likely arise as the proposal progresses through the necessary legislative procedures.