Hyderabad, April 18: Rahul Gandhi questioned the Centre over introducing a new Women Reservation Bill despite the earlier law passed in 2023. He made the remarks while addressing a public rally in Tamil Nadu.
He alleged that the new proposal included delimitation provisions within the bill. According to him, this could affect representation of states in Parliament.
Rahul Gandhi claimed the opposition opposed the bill to protect constitutional principles. He said the move was aimed at safeguarding the federal structure.
Rahul Gandhi questions new Women Reservation Bill move and delimitation
Rahul Gandhi questions new Women Reservation Bill move also focused on concerns over state representation. He alleged that the proposal could reduce Tamil Nadu’s share in Parliament.
Moreover, he said India is a union of states where each state must have equal voice. He stressed that diversity and regional balance should be protected.
He further said the opposition acted collectively during the vote in Parliament. The bill was defeated as it failed to secure the required majority.
The remarks come amid continued political debate over women’s reservation and delimitation across the country.
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