Srinagar, April 22 -- Darakshan Hassan Bhat

Women's reservation in legislation is not a concession or a special package given out of kindness; it is, in fact, a policy that gives women more power and encourages them to get involved. The real goal is to make it easier for women to get into positions of power and encourage others to do the same. Participation leads to more participation, and only by including everyone can we work towards equal representation, which is necessary for a nation to grow and develop in a balanced way.Reservation has been a topic of contention. Critics say it hurts merit, but supporters say it is a necessary form of positive discrimination. But when it comes to women's representation in politics, the discussion n...