Suggest any two measures to increase the representation of women in the legislatures of India.
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Model Answer
Two measures to increase women's representation in legislatures:
- Reservation of seats: Making it legally binding to reserve at least one-third of seats in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for women (as done by the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023).
- Expanding the Panchayati Raj model: Extending the reservation system (already applied in local bodies where one-third seats are reserved for women) to higher legislative bodies.
Explanation
The textbook directly discusses both solutions: legal reservation and the Panchayati Raj precedent. Examiners expect you to name concrete, policy-based measures. Avoid vague answers like "educate women" — the chapter focuses on structural/political solutions. Mentioning the 2023 Women's Reservation Act adds accuracy and shows updated knowledge.
Source: Chapter 3, "Gender and Politics — Women's Political Representation"