Amit Shah vs Opposition in Lok Sabha over women's quota bill: Who said what
Mint·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
India's Lok Sabha rejected a Constitution Amendment Bill proposing 33% women's reservation in legislatures by 2029 on Friday. The bill secured 298 votes favouring it, needing 352 for passage from 528 participating members. Home Minister Amit Shah criticized opposition parties, warning of electoral backlash from women voters. Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi called it anti-national, claiming it alters India's electoral structure rather than empowering women genuinely.
Key Entities
Amit ShahRahul GandhiLok SabhaWomen's Reservation Bill33% reservation2029Constitution Amendment