Gandhi Criticizes Government's Delimitation Plan, Citing Constitutional Concerns

In an opinion piece published in The Hindu, Sonia Gandhi referred to some unofficial information about the government's delimitation plan for 202. She expressed concern that the plans could drastically alter the structure of political representation and undermine constitutional principles. The Women's Reservation Bill (also known as the Nari Shakti Bandhan Act) is again at the centre of discussion. Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Monday hit out at the Centre, saying the proposal to redraw the boundaries is "extremely dangerous" and a "blow to the Constitution." She alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's real intention now is to further delay and derail the caste census. In an opinion column published in The Hindu, Sonia Gandhi said the plans could drastically alter the structure of political representation and undermine constitutional principles. The Women's Reservation Bill (also known as the Nari Shakti Bandhan Act), passed in 2013, is aimed at reserving one-third of the seats for women in legislatures. The party has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking his support for the proposed 202 amendment.