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Key Bills on Women’s Reservation and Delimitation

  • 17 Apr 2026

On 16th April 2026, the Lok Sabha introduced the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, Delimitation Bill, and Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill after a recorded vote.

Key Points

  • Bills Introduced:
    • Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026.
    • Delimitation Bill, 2026.
    • Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
  • Voting Outcome:
    • 251 MPs voted in favour.
    • 185 MPs voted against.
    • Total votes cast: 333; no abstentions.
  • Voting Process:
    • Division of votes conducted after Opposition demand.
    • Used Automatic Vote Recorder and vote slips.
  • Legislative Purpose:
    • Enable women’s reservation.
    • Facilitate delimitation exercise.
    • Amend laws related to Union Territories.
  • Parliament Session:
    • Special sitting held from April 16-18.
    • Focus on amendments linked to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.
  • Government’s Position:
    • PM urged support for women’s reservation.
    • Called it a reflection of aspirations of women across the country.
  • Procedural Note:
    • Division used when voice vote is challenged.
    • Ensures transparency through recorded voting.