The proposed constitutional and delimitation reforms could increase Lok Sabha strength to 850 seats and significantly alter state-wise parliamentary representation across India.

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• The Constitution Amendment Bill proposes increasing the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha from 550 seats to 850 seats.
• Seat allocation among states will be based on their share in the national population determined through a Census specified by Parliament.
• The proposal clarifies that one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha will take effect after delimitation and remain valid for 15 years.
• The Delimitation Bill proposes constituting a new Delimitation Commission with provisions largely similar to the commission established in 2002.
• The proposed delimitation exercise is expected to use the 2011 Census, replacing the earlier freeze linked to the first Census after 2026.
• States with higher population growth such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan are expected to gain additional parliamentary seats.
• Kerala and Tamil Nadu are projected to witness a relative decline in their share of Lok Sabha representation under the new formula.
• The reforms aim to equalize the value of each citizen’s vote, though they may increase the political influence of more populous states.