Now, Rajasthan Assembly passes Bill to repeal two-child norm for ULB elections
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Why in news
The Rajasthan Assembly passed a Bill to repeal the two-child norm for individuals contesting urban local body (ULB) elections to increase democratic participation.
Background
The Rajasthan Assembly approved the amendment via a voice vote. The bill allows candidates with more than two children to contest for municipal councillor, mayor, and chairperson positions.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillThe Rajasthan Bill repeals the two-child limit specifically for urban local body (ULB) elections.
- FactThe bill covers positions for municipal councillor, mayor, and chairperson.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how removing demographic restrictions on candidates for local body elections can enhance grassroots democracy and inclusivity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Democratic inclusivity: Expanding the pool of eligible candidates to include diverse demographic profiles
- Administrative oversight: Balancing candidate eligibility criteria with the need for representative governance at the municipal level
Keywords: Grassroots democracy · Democratic participation · Inclusivity · Local governance · Legislative amendment
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