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816 or 850? What's actually happening with India's delimitation plan?

The government has proposed changes that could reshape Lok Sabha representation while trying to fast-track women's reservation. Amit Shah has argued that South India's seats could rise from 129 to 195 under an 816-seat model, while the proposed constitutional ceiling is 850.

But why are 816 and 850 both being discussed — and why is women's reservation tied to delimitation?

The government and Opposition have sharply different views on the proposal.