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The Parliament on Thursday passed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, commonly known as Women’s Reservation Bill. The Bill was passed unanimously in the Rajya Sabha late on Thursday after over 11 hours of debate that saw participation from members across party lines and the thanksgiving by Prime
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The Women's Reservation Bill, which provides 33% reservation for women in Parliament and other law-making bodies, has been passed unanimously in the Rajya Sabha with 214 members voting in support. The bill was also cleared in the Lok Sabha with 454 members voting in favor. Prime Minister Modi urged members to pass the bill unanimously, stating that it would empower women and enhance "Nari Shakti."
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Before the vote, Prime Minister Modi urged Rajya Sabha members to unanimously pass the bill, asserting that it would instill fresh confidence in the country's people.