Women Reservation Bill Passed in Lok Sabha!
The Lok Sabha passed the Women's Reservation Bill on August 5, 2023, after a long and contentious debate. The Bill, which reserves 33% of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women, has been pending for over 20 years. The passage of the Bill is a major victory for women's rights activists, who have been campaigning for this for decades. The Bill is expected to have a significant impact on Indian politics, as it will bring more women into positions of power. One of the biggest impacts of the Bill is that it will increase the representation of women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Currently, women make up only 11% of the Lok Sabha and 12% of state assemblies. The Bill is expected to increase this to 33% in the next few years. This increase in representation is important for a number of reasons. First, it will give women a greater voice in the decision-making process. Second, it will help to break down gender stereotypes and show that women are just as capable ...