Indian government tables women reservation bill

  • 20/09/2023

The Indian government has tabled a bill which seeks to ensure that one-third of the seats in the Parliament's lower house and state assemblies are reserved for women. The bill, which was first proposed in 1996 and has faced opposition from various political parties for many years, is expected to be a major factor in determining the success of the ruling BJP in the upcoming general election in 2024.

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