PM lauds passage of 124th Constitution Amendment Bill, 2019 in Rajya Sabha

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New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the passage of the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2019, in the Rajya Sabha on January 9, 2019. It was passed in Lok Sabha on January 8, 2019, evening.

“Delighted the Rajya Sabha has passed the Constitution (One Hundred And Twenty-Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2019. Glad to see such widespread support for the Bill. The House also witnessed a vibrant debate, where several members expressed their insightful opinions,”the PM said.

“Passage of The Constitution (One Hundred And Twenty-Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2019 in both Houses of Parliament is a victory for social justice. It ensures a wider canvas for our Yuva Shakti to showcase their prowess and contribute towards India’s transformation. By passing The Constitution (One Hundred And Twenty-Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2019, we pay tributes to the makers of our Constitution and the great freedom fighters, who envisioned an India that is strong and inclusive,” the Prime Minister said, according to a PIB release.

The Bill will now go to the President for approval. And once it gets his assent, it will become a law that will give economically weaker sections in the general category 10% reservation in education as well as central and state government jobs.