The court said that the committee will have two roles: to enquire into, investigate and determine seven areas, and also to make recommendations.
It is true that the Congress's move is a campaign gambit. But it is also part of a trend that has been observed across the country – and across parties – over the past few years.
By announcing 40% of the tickets for women, Gandhi has virtually signalled that the Congress party will fight in a large number of seats.