What is the Assam delimitation move and why is it facing protests
Aspirants can learn about the Assam delimitation move and the reasons for the protests it is facing.
- Assam has been facing demographic changes due to illegal immigration from neighboring Bangladesh. Many people fear that this move will end up increasing the political representation of illegal immigrants in the state.
- There are concerns that the delimitation exercise does not account for Assam's unique socio-cultural diversity, and that it could end up reducing the representation of ethnic communities in the state.
- Opponents of the move claim that it is being carried out in a rushed manner, without adequate consultation with stakeholders.
- Furthermore, there are allegations that the ruling party in Assam is trying to influence the outcome of the delimitation exercise in its favor, by manipulating the process of revision of electoral rolls.
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