BRS’ friendly party opposed women’s bill: BJP on AIMIM

Hyderabad: Union tourism minister and Telangana BJP chief G Kishan Reddy on Sunday faulted BRS government for being on friendly terms with AIMIM, the only party that opposed Nari Shakti Adhiniyam Bill in the parliament He as speaking to the party cadre and women leaders after taking out a procession congratulating women. He said: “BRS government should apologize to the people for their friend AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi’s opposition to the bill.” The minister asked why there was not a single woman minister in KCR’s cabinet when he formed the government in 2014 for the first time. Kishan Reddy alleged that three women Congress MPs were not present in the house when the bill was presented last time. “BJP is the only party working for the empowerment of the women. Lakhs of women were given free Ujwala gas connection,” he said. Women should vote for Narendra Modi for their safety and development, he added. Taking on the UPA government, he said “During their tenure, cases of corruption in lakhs of crores were making headlines but during Modi government, it is all about welfare and development.”

Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam: Key points of women's reservation bill

The Indian government has tabled the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha, aiming to provide one-third reservation to women in Parliament and state assemblies. The bill, called the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', is the first bill to be introduced in the new Parliament building. However, it can only come into effect after the delimitation exercise, meaning it may not be implemented until after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Constitutional experts suggest that the bill must also be approved by at least 50% of state assemblies to become a law.

Government Clears Women's Quota Bill

India has made progress in gender equality with the passing of the Women's Quota Bill, which empowers women and encourages their involvement in politics. This legislation is a significant milestone in promoting women's rights and their active participation in shaping the country's political landscape.

MIM party against Womens Bill: Owaisi

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi opposes the Women's Reservation Bill, stating that it does not provide quota for Muslim and OBC women, which defeats the purpose of increasing women's representation in legislatures. He highlights the low number of Muslim MPs elected and the need for proper representation. Meanwhile, the Indian government has introduced a constitutional amendment bill to reserve one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women, aiming to increase women's participation in policymaking. The bill proposes a 15-year reservation period and includes a quota for SC/STs.

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