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In the case of the Women’s Reservation Law, the reality is that about half of the population are women and they are under-represented in Parliament and State legislative bodies.

The Hindu

The Money Bill conundrum: Seven-judge Constitution Bench to revisit issue | Explained

With a seven-judge Constitution Bench set to hear on October 12 a batch of petitions challenging the Centre’s use of the money bill route to pass key legislations, we look at how the reference came to be made

The Hindu

Suspended Lok Sabha MP count nearly doubles during NDA terms | Data

In the recent special session of India’s Parliament, the passing of the women’s reservation bill was an auspicious start. However, the session took a negative turn when BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri directed communal slurs at BSP member Kunwar Danish Ali. This article also highlights a rising trend of mass suspensions…

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Kerala Congress likely to stake claim for Kottayam LS seat

As the United Democratic Front (UDF) is initiating discussions on the sharing of seats for the Lok Sabha elections, the Kerala Congress led by P.J. Joseph is set to formally stake its claim for the Kottayam seat.

The Hindu

Women’s quota, panchayats to Parliament

Parliament, 30 years ago, enacted the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments that sought to make panchayats and municipalities “institutions of self-government”. It mandated a minimum of one-third of seats and office of chairpersons in panchayats and municipalities to be reserved for women. It also mandated reservation for SCs and STs

The Hindu

NCP’s Mohammed Faizal disqualified as Lok Sabha member

NCP’s Mohammed Faizal was disqualified as Lok Sabha member on January 25 as well.

The Hindu

Sedition cases high in A.P. as those raising voice against ‘corrupt YSRCP regime’ are charged with it, alleges Pawan Kalyan

Despite being in a commanding position in the Lok Sabha with 22 MPs, Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy neither has the courage nor the interest to demand what is due to the State as he is more concerned about how to wriggle himself out of the slew of corruption cases,…

The Hindu

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Privileges Committee to hear BJP's Bidhuri on Oct 10 at first meet on row involving his remarks against Danish Ali

Lok Sabha Privileges Committee to hear complaints against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri on October 10. Complaints allege improper conduct during a discussion in Lok Sabha. Opposition leaders wrote to Speaker seeking action against Bidhuri, while BJP members accused Ali of disparaging PM Modi.

The Hindu

BJP’s new lows and a tradition of communal lexicon

BJP MP from South Delhi Ramesh Bhiduri let loose a barrage of abuse on BSP’s Kunwar Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha last week. In a letter to Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla, Ali said Bhiduri had hurled the “most foul, abusive invectives” at him. Among the flurry of epithets…

Newslaundry

Women’s quota Bill receives nod from President Droupadi Murmu, becomes law

The women's reservation Bill passed by the Parliament last week, became law after it received assent from President Droupadi Murmu. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India Islamic Cultural Centre Vice-President, SM Khan condemns Ramesh Bidhuri for controversial remarks; Extends full support to Danish Ali

SM Khan, Vice-President of India Islamic Cultural Centre has strongly condemned BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri for making controversial remarks on BSP MP Danish Ali on the floor of the Lok Sabha. Read the full report of Dynamite News.

Dynamite News

Taking India back to the drawing board

‘We need a robust conversation around delimitation sooner than later, so that lifting of the freeze on allocation of seats does not have to be pushed ahead further,

The Hindu

Simultaneous polls — but only in a presidential system

There is a deep problem in implementing the one nation-one poll idea in India

The Hindu

Danish Ali seeks inquiry by Speaker into ‘baseless allegations’ by BJP leader Nishikant Dubey

Bahujan Samaj Party MP Danish Ali alleged that a narrative was being set for “lynching” him outside the House.

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Women Reservation Bill: In 20 States & UTs less than 10% MLAs are female | Data

The BJP government introduced the Women’s Reservation Bill in the new Parliament House, and it was passed by the Lok Sabha on September 20, 2023. The bill proposes to reserve one-third of the seats in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for women. However, it can only be implemented after…

The Hindu

What will hold up women’s reservation Bill? | Explained

Why will the implementation of the women’s reservation bill be delayed by several years? When will the Census and delimitation exercise take place? Is there a timeline? Why are some parties demanding a sub-quota for women from Other Backward Classes?

The Hindu

Kovind-led panel to invite political parties for their views on simultaneous elections

High-level panel, headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind, held first meeting to examine possibility of simultaneous elections. Home Minister Shah, Law Minister Meghwal and former Leader of Opposition Azad attended. Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, leader of single largest Opposition party, declined to join.

The Hindu

Under NEP, sports now integral part of school curriculum: Modi

Modi said “your MP from Kashi got the privilege” of getting the women’s reservation bill passed in Parliament.

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Newslaundry

BSP MP Danish Ali gets Rahul Gandhi’s support, says ‘hatred will lose, love will win’

Hours after BSP Amroha MP Kunwar Danish Ali said that he may consider leaving the Lok Sabha if Speaker Om Birla does not take “appropriate action” against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri for his communal tirade in the parliament, several opposition leaders, including Congress’ Rahul Gandhi, visited Danish Ali’s house late…

The Hindu

BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri: Repeat offender of abusive statements

With the latest controversy in the Lok Sabha, South Delhi MP BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri who has made headlines for his campaigning speeches, may have talked himself into a corner

Dynamite News

BJP issues show cause notice to party MP Ramesh Bidhuri

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a show cause notice to party MP Ramesh Bidhuri on the instruction of party president JP Nadda for his use of unparliamentary language against BSP MP Danish Ali. Read further on Dynamite News:

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After BJP MP’s communal slur, BSP MP says ‘may consider leaving LS if Speaker doesn’t act’

The opposition is demanding the suspension of BJP’s South Delhi MP Ramesh Bidhuri after his crude slurs targeting the Muslim community and BSP Amroha MP Kunwar Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha. While Speaker Om Birla has reportedly issued a warning against the BJP MP over the remarks, which have…

The Hindu

BJP member Ramesh Bidhuri uses communal remarks in Lok Sabha

BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri used crude, communal slurs against BSP MP Kunwar Danish Ali in Lok Sabha, creating political storm. Opposition MPs demand suspension of Mr. Bidhuri

Radio France Internationale

India's lower house of parliament votes to reserve a third of seats for women

Indian MPs have voted to guarantee that a third of seats in parliament's lower house and in state assemblies go to women, a move that would more than double the number of female lawmakers in the world's biggest democracy.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha adjourns sine die a day before schedule

Special session of New Delhi Lok Sabha adjourned sine die one day early. Women's Reservation Bill passed unanimously in both Houses. Discussed success of Chandrayaan-3, adopted resolution. Women MPs greeted PM Modi. Shift from old to new Parliament building. Discussion on 75 years of Parliamentary Journey.

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