Jaipur, Nov. 1 -- The Rajasthan government is considering scrapping the two-child policy that bars people with more than two children from contesting Panchayati Raj and municipal elections. The proposal is being reviewed at a high level, and an official decision is expected soon. Currently, those with more than two children after November 27, 1995, are disqualified from contesting elections for positions such as sarpanch, panch, ward councillor, mayor, or zila pramukh. However, growing pressure from elected representatives, organizations, and political groups has prompted the government to revisit the rule. Urban development and housing (UDH) minister Jhaver Singh Kharra said the matter is under serious consideration. He said that when the restriction for government employees was relaxed, it created a sense of discrimination against public representatives. "If government employees are allowed three children, the same relaxation should apply to elected representatives. There cannot be two separate rules for them," Kharra said. He added that the issue has been discussed with chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, who suggested seeking wider consultation before any final decision. "Once views from all stakeholders are received, the government will take an appropriate call," Kharra said. The state government had amended Panchayati Raj and Municipal laws in 1995 to disqualify candidates who had a third child after November 27 that year. The rule, however, allows contesting if all children were born before that date. The Election Commission has also clarified that twins born in the second delivery are counted as one unit, while even adopted children are included in the total count. The demand for removing the restriction has gained momentum recently, with several organizations arguing that the law is outdated and discriminatory....