Why 543 should remain 543
The article discusses the ongoing debate surrounding delimitation and women's reservation, specifically questioning whether delimitation should necessarily lead to an enlargement of Lok Sabha seats. It highlights the constitutional design aspects versus mere arithmetic, considering India's population growth since Lok Sabha seats were frozen decades ago, and the delay in proroguing Parliament hinting at further legislative attempts.
The article discusses the ongoing debate surrounding delimitation and women's reservation, specifically questioning whether delimitation should necessarily lead to an enlargement of Lok Sabha seats. It highlights the constitutional design aspects versus mere arithmetic, considering India's population growth since Lok Sabha seats were frozen decades ago, and the delay in proroguing Parliament hinting at further legislative attempts.
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GS Paper II - Indian Polity and Governance
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