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Sign in to searchNari Shakti Vandan Act, 2023: Expanding Women’s Political Representation
The Nari Shakti Vandan Act, 2023 (106th Constitutional Amendment) marks a landmark reform aimed at enhancing women’s participation in legislative bodies in India. It provides for 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and the Delhi Assembly, including within SC/ST reserved seats.
Historically, the idea of women’s reservation dates back to 1996, with multiple unsuccessful attempts due to lack of political consensus. Though passed in the Rajya Sabha in 2010, it lapsed until its successful enactment in 2023, reflecting a long-standing demand for gender-inclusive governance.
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The Nari Shakti Vandan Act, 2023 reserves 33% seats for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Learn about this landmark Constitutional Amendment transforming women's political representation in India.
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