EAC-PM Proposes New Delimitation Formula
Top 10 Points
- EAC-PM proposed a new delimitation formula using multiple factors instead of population alone.
- The model recommends a 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats for all large States.
- The total strength of the Lok Sabha could rise from 543 to 824 seats.
- Kerala's seats may increase from 20 to 30, Tamil Nadu's from 39 to 59, and Uttar Pradesh's from 80 to 120.
- Smaller States and Union Territories could see their Lok Sabha seats doubled.
- A total of 170 constituencies are proposed to be split during delimitation.
- The model aims to maintain the current balance of representation among States.
- Election data from 2009 to 2024 was used to design the recommendations.
- The proposed changes could increase overall voter turnout by up to 2.3%.
- The next delimitation exercise is expected after the 2027 Census using updated demographic data.