NDTV Ground Report | Women’s Reservation Row Sparks Political Storm, Debate Over Quota Back In Focus
The Women’s Reservation debate has once again taken centre stage, triggering a sharp political confrontation between the ruling side and the opposition. While the government has termed the setback a missed historic opportunity, opposition parties have raised concerns over implementation, inclusivity, and the design of the quota. With a long legislative history dating back to 1996 and multiple failed attempts at consensus, the issue continues to highlight deeper political and structural divides over representation in India’s democracy.
