Correct option is D
The correct answer is: (d) 19 Sep 2023
Explanation:
The Women's Reservation Bill 2023, officially known as the Constitution (One Hundred Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on 19th September 2023.
This bill seeks to provide 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and the State Legislative Assemblies. The introduction of this bill marks a significant step towards achieving gender equality in the Indian Parliament and legislative bodies at the state level.
Information Booster:
- The bill aims to increase women's participation in the political decision-making process.
- The 33% reservation would be provided in Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, ensuring that women have equal representation.
- Women’s Reservation Bill 2023 is a constitutional amendment, requiring approval by two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.
- The bill allocates seats for women by making sure that seats are reserved for them, but the exact method for allocation will be based on a rotation system for each general election.
- The bill was introduced in September 2023, after years of discussions on the need for gender-based political reforms.
- The bill has been regarded as a historic step for women’s empowerment in the Indian political system.
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