India's Parliament Debates Women's Seat Reservation

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Indias Parliament debates a bill to reserve one-third of seats for women in the legislature, aiming for thirty-three percent spots in Parliament and state assemblies. This move, based on the 2011 census data, could significantly alter the political landscape. While bipartisan support exists for boosting womens representation, concerns arise over shifting power dynamics, particularly towards faster-growing northern states. The bill requires a two-thirds majority, with Modis alliance short of the