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    "content": "entire list but I will give an example. I have been reminded that on this aspect, we have realised 50 per cent women representation. We have even gone beyond the proposed one- third in the Harmonized Draft Constitution. I urge the House to keep up with this good trend that has been observed in every appointment. However, one of the quieter aspect that has not been very clear is that we have also had an eye for a person who has worked in the children’s sector and who will, therefore, be sensitive to issues to do with children. In this respect, and even in the Committee of Experts for the Constitutional Review, we have had persons who have worked in the past with children. This is commendable. Most of the time, you may think that this is not important but there are issues, especially when you are coming with a Constitution for posterity--- We need to have people who have that “eye”. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, I have indicated earlier on that the persons who have been nominated are of very high calibre. This also applies to the women who have been nominated. So, it is not just a question of equity but a question of persons who are highly regarded in their profession. However, I pray that this body will not have a lot of work. It will be good for the country if we discuss and harmonise the issues that may be contentious so that we do not have to refer them to this court. Therefore, I urge my colleagues that even as we discuss the Harmonized Draft Constitution, we should exercise restraint for the sake of this country and its future. In conclusion, I encourage my colleagues not to discuss issues that they deem contentious in a manner that divides us but in a manner that unites the country. With those few remarks, I beg to support."
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