What is delimitation, and why is it important? What challenges are associated with the delimitation exercise in India?

Delimitation is a periodic process provided into Article 80 of Indian Constitution. It aims to delimit constituency according to population to maintain parity between them, (After each census). Importance; → Inter-state distribution of Lok Sabha seats based on population dynamics → Intra-state delimitation to balance between each constituency representation → Reservation of SC/ST corners seat based on their population and representation. → Continuous expertise to show changing political realities.

Challenges associated; • Freeze - Seat - in 1916 thus current status represent 50 years before demographic status. • Tunnel of representation: between Northern state & Southern state, Northern state → large population seek high representation. Southern state → Better family planning, planned growth demand for fair share. • Old delayed census since 2011. Current Demand of delimitation Need to base balancing demand and fair representation of people.

— POOJA SONI · AIR 249