Women Are the ‘Largest Minority’, Says Supreme Court, Highlighting Their Declining Representation in Parliament
Justice B.V. Nagarathna, the Supreme Court’s sole woman judge, on Monday described women as the “largest minority” in the country and expressed concern over their diminishing presence in Parliament and legislatures. During court proceedings, she referred to Article 15(3) of the Constitution, which empowers the State to take affirmative action and make special provisions for women’s advancement. Justice Nagarathna emphasized that genuine democracy requires equal participation of women in decision-making at all levels. Her remarks come amid ongoing debates over political representation and the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act. Legal experts noted that her observation underscores the need for structural reforms to ensure gender equity in political and institutional spaces. The comments have reignited discussions about the barriers women face in electoral politics and the importance of creating inclusive systems that reflect the diversity of India’s population.
Women Are the ‘Largest Minority’, Says Supreme Court, Highlighting Their Declining Representation in Parliament
