Parliament Special Session: Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha Adjourned Sine Die After Passing Women's Reservation Bill
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Rajya Sabha Passes Women's Reservation Bill
The Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, which seeks to reserve one-third of the total seats in the lower house of parliament and the state legislative assemblies exclusively for women. It will come into effect after the delimitation and redrawing of constituencies, which may not happen before the 2029 elections.
The bill was passed by Rajya Sabha after an 11-hour debate.
The bill had received the Lok Sabha's nod on Wednesday. 454 MPs voted in favour, while two voted no.
Division of votes in Rajya Sabha:
Ayes 215
Nays 0
Abstain 0
Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Sine Die
'Era Of Stronger Representation And Empowerment': PM Modi
With the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament, we usher in an era of stronger representation and empowerment for the women of India. This is not merely a legislation; it is a tribute to the countless women who have made our nation. India has been enriched by their resilience and contributions.PM Narendra Modi
Women's Reservation Bill Receives Parliament's Nod
After being passed by both houses of Parliament, the Women's Reservation Bill, officially 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023' will be sent to the President to be signed into law. Thereafter it will become an Act.
Rajya Sabha Votes On Amendments Moved By MPs
Division Of Votes So Far
171 yes
0 no
0 abstain
