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Yogi: Opposition stand on Women’s Bill an unpardonable sin; NDA pledges support for women
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath denounced the Opposition for obstructing the Women’s Reservation Bill, asserting the NDA stands with women and highlighting government schemes benefiting women. He cites past reforms and constitutional debates to argue the Opposition’s stance is anti-women, while pointing to the NDA’s achievements since 2014.
Why It Matters
The remarks frame the political contest over women’s representation and rights in India, contrasting the NDA’s policy record with Opposition objections. The timeline of related reforms shows the sequence of key legislative and social initiatives affecting women.
Timeline
11 Events
Amendment to grant 33% women’s reservation introduced
2023
An amendment to implement 33% women’s reservation was introduced after consultations, with assurances that no state’s share would be reduced and additional seats would be created to ensure representation.
Nari Shakti Vandan Act passed
2023
The Nari Shakti Vandan Act was passed to provide 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures.
Triple Talaq law enacted
2019
The central government enacted a law banning triple talaq.
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana launched
2017
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched to support pregnant women and new mothers; Uttar Pradesh benefited from this program.
Ujjwala Yojana rolled out
2016
Ujjwala Yojana provided LPG connections to 11 crore families nationwide, including 1.90 crore in Uttar Pradesh.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana rollout
2015
Under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, four crore houses were built nationwide, including 65 lakh in Uttar Pradesh.
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao launched
2015
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, a scheme to improve the child sex ratio and prevent female foeticide, was launched.
PM Modi states four primary categories: poor, youth, farmers and women
2014
Prime Minister Narendra Modi articulated four primary categories for inclusive development: the poor, youth, farmers and women.
Swachh Bharat Mission toilets rollout
2014
Swachh Bharat Mission aimed at improving sanitation; the program contributed to broader improvements in sanitation and women’s dignity.
Mission Indradhanush launched to strengthen maternal and child health
2014
Mission Indradhanush was launched as part of efforts to improve maternal and child health outcomes across the country.
Shah Bano case cited in policy debate
1985
The chief minister referenced the Shah Bano case in discussing Muslim women's rights, signaling a contrast between past debates and current demands for women’s empowerment.