EAC-PM Proposes New Delimitation Formula

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




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