Amit Shah Declares Religion-Based Reservation Unconstitutional in Lok Sabha Debate
“Reservation by religion unconstitutional”: Amit Shah vs Akhilesh in Lok Sabha
The Economic Times
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In a heated debate in the Lok Sabha on April 16, 2023, Indian Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the idea of religion-based reservation, labeling it unconstitutional. This response came after Akhilesh Yadav, leader of the Samajwadi Party, urged the government to expedite the caste census before implementing a women's quota linked to delimitation in 2029.
- 01Amit Shah argues that religion-based reservation is unconstitutional.
- 02Akhilesh Yadav demands completion of the caste census before the women's quota rollout.
- 03The women's quota is planned for implementation in 2029.
- 04The caste census is currently underway, according to Shah.
- 05The debate highlights ongoing tensions regarding reservation policies in India.
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On April 16, 2023, a significant political confrontation took place in the Lok Sabha, where Amit Shah (India's Home Minister) asserted that religion-based reservation is unconstitutional. This statement was made in response to Akhilesh Yadav (leader of the Samajwadi Party), who questioned the government's commitment to completing the caste census. Yadav emphasized the need for the census to be finalized before the introduction of a women's quota linked to delimitation scheduled for 2029. Shah confirmed that the caste census process is currently in progress, indicating the government's focus on this issue. The exchange reflects the ongoing debate about reservation policies in India, particularly concerning their implications for various communities.
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The outcome of the caste census and the subsequent reservation policies could significantly affect the representation of various communities in India.
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