NEW DELHI – Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi stated on Friday that the defeat of a recent Constitution Amendment Bill was a victory against an “attack on the Constitution.” The Bill, linked to the women’s reservation law, failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha.
Despite the legislative standoff, the Congress leader extended an olive branch to the government regarding gender representation.
Key Developments:
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Constitutional Pushback: Gandhi asserted that the Opposition successfully blocked a “political exercise” intended to alter India’s electoral framework under the guise of the women’s Bill.
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Unconditional Offer: He assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi of the Opposition’s “unconditional support” if the government moves to implement the 2023 women’s reservation law as originally intended.
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Critique of the Proposal: Gandhi argued that the defeated Bill was not truly about women’s empowerment but was instead an attempt to reshape political representation.
The failed vote marks a significant moment in the current parliamentary session, highlighting the intense friction between the government and the Opposition over constitutional changes.
