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Reservation for Women
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About — Reservation for Women
Reservation for women is a policy of setting aside a certain percentage of seats in legislative bodies, educational institutions, or public employment for women. It seeks to correct gender imbalance, empower women, and ensure their representation in decision‑making. For example, the 2020 Indian amendment requires at least one‑third of local‑government seats to be reserved for women.