Watch: Women’s empowerment is an excuse to undermine federal equity | TH Editorial

Critics argue the move ties women’s empowerment to a larger redrawing of Lok Sabha seats based on delimitation, raising concerns over federal balance and political advantage. Proposed changes include expanding Parliament and altering how population is defined for seat allocation. Based on the 2011 Census, projections show major shifts in representation between regions, sparking debate over fairness, timing, and India’s federal structure ahead of crucial elections.