Sonia Gandhi Expresses Strong Support for Women's Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha

Congress Party President Sonia Gandhi delivered a compelling address in the Lok Sabha today, voicing her steadfast support for the Women's Reservation Bill, currently under debate. The bill advocates for a 33 percent reservation for women in the Legislative Assembly, specifically the Lok Sabha. Earlier this week, the Union Cabinet gave its approval to the bill, marking a significant step towards its implementation. Speaking passionately, Sonia Gandhi affirmed her support for the Women's Reservation Bill, emphasizing its historical significance. She noted that the bill's origins can be traced back to the efforts of the late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, aimed at ensuring increased participation of women in India's legislative processes. The Women's Reservation Bill has garnered widespread attention and debate, as it seeks to address gender disparities in political representation, a matter of paramou

Author-Vardhan Halwai