Introductory Memo
In India, the usually decennial population census and delimitation of constituencies are intrinsically linked. The census data serves as the foundation for redrawing electoral boundaries to ensure fair representation. This correlation between the Census and the delimitation shapes the political dynamics of India. It ensures that the constituencies reflect demographic changes to uphold the principle of ‘one person, one vote’. This time, as the delayed census has begun, the southern states are concerned over delimitation reducing their representation in the Parliament. Hence, it is important to take a look at the correlation between the census and the delimitation.