The Women’s Reservation Bill has a backstory and an arduous journey
Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
India's women's reservation debate spans from 1931 to present. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam passed unanimously in 2023, reserving 33 percent of seats for women in assemblies and Parliament. However, implementation remains limited. Women comprise only 14 percent of current MPs despite the bill. Recent state elections show parties fielding fewer women candidates than reservation requires. The bill takes effect only in 2029 elections.
Key Entities
Nari Shakti Vandan AdhiniyamSarojini NaiduRenuka RayRajiv GandhiPhulrenu GuhaAssociation for Democratic ReformsLok Sabha2023 passage2029 implementation