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5 days ago · The Anti-Defection Law in India, as outlined in the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, was introduced as a constitutional remedy to curb the pervasive problem of political defections that plagued Indian politics. The law aims to promote political stability by disqualifying elected representatives who defect from their parties post-election.
6 days ago · The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition challenging the anti-defection law under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution of India.
5 days ago · The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the anti-defection law in the Constitution. The law, established in 1985, disqualifies members of Parliament or state legislatures if they defect from their original party.
Sep 6, 2024 · An anti-defection law is essential in India to prevent elected representatives from frequently switching political parties or factions, which can undermine government stability and accountability.
6 days ago · The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the anti-defection law (Tenth Schedule) of the Constitution. This law, introduced in 1985, addresses defections in Parliament and state legislatures.
6 days ago · The Tenth Schedule, brought in by the 52nd constitutional amendment, provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament or a State Legislature if they are found to have defected from their original party on whose ticket they were elected as a lawmaker. One of the grounds for disqualification states that a lawmaker can be disqualified,
6 days ago · CJI opined the main objective of the anti-defection laws was to restrain members of the Parliament from switching their political allegiance and not private citizens as the conduct of the...
