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Ex-Shuttler Kavita Dixit Hails Women's Quota Bill as Step to Equality

Former Indian badminton player Kavita Dixit has praised the Women's Reservation Bill as a significant step toward achieving gender equality in politics. She emphasized that while the legislative move is positive, its ultimate success hinges on greater awareness among women to actively utilize this opportunity for empowerment. The government's plan involves potentially increasing Lok Sabha seats to 816, with about one-third reserved for women, based on the 2011 Census. The amendments aim for implementation in the 2029 elections, marking a historic shift toward greater female representation in India's legislative bodies.

Key Points: Kavita Dixit Praises Women's Reservation Bill as Equality Step

  • Bill ensures 33% quota for women in legislatures
  • True success depends on women's awareness
  • Lok Sabha seats may increase to 816
  • Implementation targeted for 2029 elections
  • Amendment uses 2011 Census for delimitation
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Former Indian shuttler Kavita Dixit praises Women's Reservation Bill move, calls it step toward equality

Former badminton player Kavita Dixit calls the Women's Reservation Bill a strong move for gender equality, stressing the need for women's awareness to utilize it fully.

"The 33% reservation... is a very good initiative and a great effort. - Kavita Dixit"

Raipur, April 11

Former Indian badminton player Kavita Dixit praised the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a strong step toward gender equality, while stressing that its true success will depend on greater awareness among women to fully utilise the opportunity for social and political empowerment.

Speaking to ANI on the Women's Reservation Bill, Kavita Dixit said, "The 33% reservation of women that is being brought by the Prime Minister is a very good initiative and a great effort. The society has been fighting for gender equality for centuries, and discrimination has been an old tradition in our society."

She further added, "The bill that is being brought will give women a chance to move forward... but for this, not only men, but also women have to become aware... I feel that women have not yet become aware. When women become aware and take advantage of this bill, only then will society move forward."

Her remarks come amid the government's ongoing plans to introduce amendments aimed at increasing the number of Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816, with the objective of ensuring greater representation for women in legislative bodies.

According to sources, the proposal under consideration includes amendments to the 2023 Nari Shakti Vandan Act and the introduction of the Delimitation Commission Bill. The exercise is expected to use the 2011 Census as the basis for delimitation and redistribution of seats.

Currently, the Lok Sabha has 543 seats. With a proposed 50 per cent increase, the number of seats will rise to 816, with 273 (about one third) reserved for women.

The Union Cabinet has already approved a draft amendment bill to the Women's Reservation Act, paving the way for its implementation in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The proposed amendment guarantees 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies.

The Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023, also known as the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, provides for 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, including reserved quotas for SC/ST women, marking a significant step towards greater gender representation in Indian politics. (ANI)

In an open editorial on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, the Prime Minister highlighted the contributions of women across sectors and highlighted the importance of increasing their participation in governance.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Good move, but implementation is everything. Hope this doesn't just become a way for political families to field their wives and daughters. We need genuine women leaders from all backgrounds.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in gender advocacy here, I see this as a crucial structural change. The increase in Lok Sabha seats is also significant—it addresses representation without reducing existing constituencies.
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Aditya G
Finally! Our mothers and sisters deserve a seat at the table where decisions are made. This has been pending for decades. Better late than never. Jai Hind!
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Meera T
While I welcome the bill, I respectfully disagree with the 2029 timeline. Why wait? Women have waited long enough. We need this representation in the next election itself. Delaying feels like a lack of urgency.
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Karthik V
The inclusion of reserved quotas for SC/ST women within this 33% is the most important part. It ensures intersectional representation. A woman's experience in politics is not monolithic.

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