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Delimitation involves redrawing constituency boundaries to ensure equal representation based on population. In India, this process is governed by Articles 82 and 170 of the Constitution and has a historical context with commissions established in 1952, 1963, 1973, and 2002, though the process was frozen until 2026. Current debates focus on the implications of population-based representation, particularly for states with successful population control measures.

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Research On Delim Eser

Delimitation involves redrawing constituency boundaries to ensure equal representation based on population. In India, this process is governed by Articles 82 and 170 of the Constitution and has a historical context with commissions established in 1952, 1963, 1973, and 2002, though the process was frozen until 2026. Current debates focus on the implications of population-based representation, particularly for states with successful population control measures.

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Delimitation is the act of fixing or redrawing the limits or boundaries of territorial constituencies

in a country or province that has a legislative body. This process ensures that each constituency
has roughly the same population, thereby maintaining equal representation
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Constitutional Basis
 Article 82: Mandates the Parliament to enact a Delimitation Act after every Census and
constitute a Delimitation Commission.

 Article 170: Governs the division of territorial constituencies for State Legislative
Assemblies after each Census

History of Delimitation in India


 1952, 1963, 1973, and 2002: Delimitation Commissions were constituted under respective
Delimitation Acts

 1976: The process was frozen by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to encourage
population control measures. This freeze was extended in 2001 and is set to expire in
2026

Current Issues and Debates


 Population-Based Representation: Southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala oppose
population-based delimitation, arguing it would reduce their representation in Parliament
due to their successful population control measures. In contrast, states with higher
population growth like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar would gain more seats

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 Upcoming Changes: The next delimitation exercise is expected to be based on the 2031
Census, with discussions already underway in anticipation of the 2026 deadline

Impact of Delimitation
 Political Influence: Delimitation can significantly alter the political landscape by changing
the number of seats allocated to each state, impacting their influence in Parliament

 Economic Contribution: States with higher population growth may gain more
representation, potentially affecting the distribution of resources and development
priorities

Conclusion
Delimitation is a complex and sensitive process that balances population changes with fair
representation. The upcoming delimitation exercise will be closely watched, especially by states
concerned about losing political influence.

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