Question Q.2GS2GS2
What is delimitation, and why is it important? What challenges are associated with the delimitation exercise in India?
Main Body
Delimitation is a periodic process provided into Article 80 of Indian Constitution. It aims to delimit constituency according to population to maintain parity between them, (After each census). Importance;Inter-state distribution of Lok Sabha seats based on population dynamicsIntra-state delimitation to balance between each constituency representationReservation of SC/ST corners seat based on their population and representation.Continuous expertise to show changing political realities.
Challenges associated; • Freeze - Seat - in 1916 thus current status represent 50 years before demographic status. • Tunnel of representation: between Northern state & Southern state, Northern statelarge population seek high representation. Southern stateBetter family planning, planned growth demand for fair share. • Old delayed census since 2011. Current Demand of delimitation Need to base balancing demand and fair representation of people.
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Conclusion
Delimitation exercises must balance demographic changes with fair representation while accounting for significant regional variations in population growth and development.
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Topper
POOJA SONI
AIR 2492025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Salient Features of the Representation of People's Act
Elections
Delimitation
Writing Stats
157
Total words
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Paragraphs
analytical
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