PM Modi Criticizes Opposition for Defeating Women Reservation Bill
'Selfish Politics': PM Modi Attacks Congress, TMC, DMK, SP For Opposing Women Reservation Bill
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the Congress, Trinamool Congress (TMC), Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), and Samajwadi Party (SP) for opposing the Women Reservation Bill, which aimed to enhance women's representation in legislatures. The bill was defeated in Parliament, falling short of the required votes, prompting Modi to label the opposition's actions as 'selfish politics' detrimental to women's rights.
- 01PM Modi criticized opposition parties for opposing the Women Reservation Bill.
- 02The bill aimed to reserve seats for women in legislatures from 2029.
- 03It was defeated in Parliament due to insufficient votes.
- 04Modi emphasized the need for women's empowerment and representation.
- 05He accused the opposition of undermining women's rights and the Constitution.
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During a national address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party, Trinamool Congress (TMC), Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), and Samajwadi Party (SP) for what he termed 'selfish politics' in opposing the Women Reservation Bill. This bill, which sought to reserve seats for women in legislative bodies starting from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, was defeated in Parliament after receiving 298 votes in favor against 230 votes opposing it, falling short of the 352 votes needed for a two-thirds majority. Modi expressed deep disappointment, stating that the opposition's actions were detrimental to women's dignity and self-respect. He emphasized that the Nari Shakti Vandan Amendment was crucial for empowering women and increasing their representation across all regions of India. Modi accused the opposition of 'murdering' this effort and disrespecting the intentions of the Constitution's framers. He asserted that the women of the 21st century are aware of these political maneuvers and will hold the opposition accountable for their actions.
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The failure of the Women Reservation Bill means continued underrepresentation of women in Indian legislatures, impacting their participation in governance and decision-making.
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