PM Modi’s ‘problematic’ speech leaves states guessing on delimitation
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech on the Delimitation Bill left several questions unanswered, including the rationale for increasing the Lok Sabha's strength to 850 seats and the potential impact on state representation. The government's proposal has faced criticism from southern and smaller states, with concerns about potential arbitrariness in the delimitation process.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in the Lok Sabha on the Delimitation Bill raised more questions than it answered. The government's proposal to increase the Lok Sabha's strength to 850 seats and implement women's reservation has been met with criticism from regional parties and smaller states. The Bill links delimitation with women's reservation, but the rationale behind this move is unclear. The existing constitutional framework requires delimitation after every census, but the proposed 131st Constitutional Amendment would give future governments discretion to decide when delimitation should occur. The government may introduce modifications to the Bill, but unless the assurance regarding preservation of state representation is incorporated into the Constitution, it would remain temporary.
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