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Maharashtra polls: Not even 1 woman candidate in 97 assembly seats

IndiaTimes Friday, 8 November 2024
Maharashtra's Assembly elections highlight a stark gender imbalance, with only 10% of candidates being women. A mere 97 constituencies out of 288 lack a single female contender, despite both major political alliances advocating for women's empowerment. While the delayed women's reservation bill is blamed, critics emphasize the need for parties to prioritize qualified women beyond just family members.
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