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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 5 MIN

Real Story Behind Women's Reservation Bill: Modi Govt's Failed Move to Change India's Electoral Map

from News and Views · host The Quint

Why did the Narendra Modi-led BJP government bring the Women's Reservation Bill even though it had already been passed with the Opposition's help in 2023? The reason is that it was only a trick to carry out delimitation ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. So far, delimitation has taken place in Assan and Jammu and Kashmir. In both these places, the exercise has led to gerrymandering, or manipulation to benefit the BJP. How was this done? Will this happen nationally? Watch this video to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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