Anti-Defection Law

The Anti-Defection Law, enacted in India, aims to prevent elected representatives from switching parties after elections, which can destabilize governments. It disqualifies legislators if they defect to another party or disobey party rules, ensuring political stability and discipline. The law applies to Members of Parliament and State Assemblies, defining specific procedures for disqualification and allowing only certain exceptions, such as mergers of parties under specific conditions. Its main goal is to maintain the integrity of the electoral process and uphold the mandate given by voters, reducing opportunistic political defections.