Govt plans special session of Parliament to pass women's quota amendment bill, confident of 15-18 vote margin

Economic Times - Nov 12, 2026

The government intends to call a special session of Parliament for passing a Constitution amendment bill. This proposed amendment aims to introduce 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The Lok Sabha's strength may increase from 543 to a maximum of 850 seats through delimitation. The government seeks to finalize details around seat ratios based on the 1971 Census.

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