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Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam set to reshape representation with women reserved seats in Parliament
Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
Government may speed implementation to hit the 2029 elections
India is preparing to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, reserving seats for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The proposal targets the mismatch between women’s strong voter turnout and their limited representation in elected bodies. The government is reportedly reviewing options to expedite rollout, potentially tying it to the 2029 elections.
- Women’s reserved seats in Parliament and state assemblies
- Aims to close the gap between voting power and representation
- Government considering a faster timeline
- Possible alignment with 2029 elections
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