Overview On 2 April 2026 , Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified that the ongoing Budget Session will not be adjourned sine die . Instead, the House will go into a short recess and reconvene “very soon” to consider the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023 (the 106 th Constitutional Amendment). Key Developments The government will move a motion to adjourn the session temporarily, with a specific reconvening period already known to members. The amendment seeks to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and all State Legislative Assemblies. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demanded clarity on the schedule, accusing the government of pushing legislation under the Model Code of Conduct . Leader of the House J.P. Nadda assured that the government would respond to Congress’ queries. Rijiju asserted that a “significant sitting” is planned within the next two to three weeks and that about 80% of parties have participated in prior consultations, with Congress being the exception. Important Facts Date of announcement: 2 April 2026. Legislative focus: 106 th Constitutional Amendment – Women’s Reservation Act, 2023. Reservation target: 33% seats for women in both the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Political dynamics: Congress seeks an all‑party meeting post‑election; the government claims extensive prior consultations. Related legislation discussed on the same day: Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill in the Rajya Sabha. UPSC Relevance The episode touches upon several core areas of the UPSC syllabus: Parliamentary Procedure (GS2): Understanding terms like sine die , recess, and the role of the Parliamentary Affairs Minister . Constitutional Amendments (GS2): The 106 th Amendment illustrates the process of amending the Constitution and the political negotiations involved. Gender Equality (GS1/GS2): The reservation proposal aligns with India’s commitment to women’s empowerment and can be linked to international conventions. Electoral Ethics (GS4): The criticism regarding the Model Code of Conduct highlights the importance of ethical conduct during elections. Way Forward For aspirants, it is essential to monitor the following: Exact dates of the reconvened session and the timetable for debating the Women’s Reservation Bill. Responses from opposition parties, especially the Congress, and any demand for a broader consensus. Potential legal challenges or judicial scrutiny of the 33% reservation provision. Impact of the amendment on future electoral politics and representation of women in legislative bodies. Keeping track of these developments will aid in answering questions on constitutional reforms, parliamentary functioning, and gender policy in the UPSC mains and prelims.