Paper: GS – II, Subject: Polity & Governance, Topic: Representation of Women in Legislatures / Inclusive Governance, Issue: Nari Shakti and the Push for Political Representation in India.
Context:
Women Reservation Act addresses gender gaps in legislatures, strengthening democratic inclusion, governance quality, and equitable development.
Key Takeaways:
BACKGROUND:
- Women’s representation in legislatures in India has historically remained low despite constitutional guarantees of equality.
- The 106th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2023 (Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam) provides for 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
- The reservation initially proposed to be implemented after the next delimitation and Census, making it a future-oriented reform.
- India already has reservation for women in Panchayati Raj Institutions (73rd and 74th Amendments), which improved grassroots participation.
- Gender inclusion refers to equal participation of women in political, economic, and social decision-making.
- Government initiatives such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Mission Shakti, and increased focus on women-led development aim to empower women across sectors.
Empowering women through political Representation:
- Women constitute nearly half of India’s population and are increasingly contributing across fields such as science, entrepreneurship, defence, arts, and technology.
- Improved access to education, healthcare, financial inclusion, and basic amenities has strengthened women’s participation in economic and social spheres.
Conclusion:
Advancing women’s representation is not merely a reform but a democratic necessity that strengthens governance, promotes equity, and ensures sustainable national development.
Source: (The Indian Express)
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