India
Former President Pratibha Patil, Meira Kumar, Mayawati back Bill
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India's first woman President and first woman Lok Sabha Speaker, along with UP ex-CM and BSP chief, have supported the Centre's efforts to expedite 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and Assemblies. They have expressed support for the legislation, which aims to advance the implementation of women's quota. The legislation is seen as a step towards creating a more just and equitable society.