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India Proposes 50% Reservation for Women in Government Jobs

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India Proposes 50% Reservation for Women in Government Jobs

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  • Women constitute nearly **48.4%** of India's population but only make up **18%** of GDP contributions, as reported by the **World Economic Forum**.
  • In a global context, India's rankings for economic participation and overall gender gap are notably low, at **142nd** and **129th** out of **146 countries**, respectively.
  • Despite achievements in education, women's labor force participation stands at only **32.7%**, with the majority in **vulnerable employment** positions.
  • The proposed **constitutional amendment**, under **Article 16**, aims to ensure **50% representation** for women in all government roles, addressing long-standing disparities.
  • With a **sunset clause** potentially set for **2047**, the amendment would be reviewed to evaluate its impact on gender equality in public employment.

For more details, visit the original article here: Times of India.

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