BJP's Opportunistic Bid for Women's Quota Bill Support Exposed The recent exchange between Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi over the Women's Reservation Bill has revealed the BJP's opportunistic attempt to co opt Congress support for a piece of legislation that has been languishing since its passage in 2023.
The bill, which aims to reserve 33% of seats in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies for women, was initially championed by the BJP as a progressive step forward for Indian democracy.
However, Rijiju's sudden about face, where he challenges Rahul Gandhi to support the bill "unconditionally," reeks of desperation.