Women’s Reservation Bill has finally become law marking a historic moment for gender equality and women empowerment. President Droupadi Murmu has given the final assent to the bill which was passed on September 21st in both the parliament houses. Officially named Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam this law proposes groundbreaking measures to allocate one-third of the seats to women in both, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
According to a law ministry notification issued on Friday, the president gave her assent on Thursday, i.e. on September 28th. Now, it will be officially known as the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act. According to its provision, “It shall come into force on such date as the central government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.”
The implementation of the new law will be delayed until after the next census and delimitation exercise, which will determine the number of seats reserved for women candidates in Lok Sabha and assembly constituencies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that without appropriate participation of women in politics, one cannot talk about inclusive society and democratic integration.
The Women’s Reservation Bill becoming law is a momentous achievement for India. By providing women with a more prominent role in politics, India takes a significant step towards realizing the full potential of its diverse population. It’s not just a victory for women; it’s a victory for democracy and progress as a whole. As these women leaders take their seats in legislatures across the country, India can look forward to a future where the voices of all its citizens, regardless of gender, are heard and respected in the corridors of power.
