Which of the following schedules of the Indian Constitution deals with Anti-Defection?
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A.
8th Schedule
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B.
9th Schedule
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C.
10th Schedule
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D.
11th Schedule
Correct Answer:
C. 10th Schedule
Explanation:
The Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, commonly known as the Anti-Defection Law, was introduced by the 52nd Amendment Act in 1985. Its primary purpose is to maintain political stability by preventing elected members of Parliament (MPs) and State Legislative Assemblies (MLAs) from switching political parties after being elected. Under this schedule, a legislator can be disqualified if they voluntarily resign from their party or vote against the party's directives in the house. While the 8th Schedule lists official languages, the 9th protects certain laws from judicial review, and the 11th details the powers of Panchayats, it is specifically the 10th Schedule that addresses the legal framework for anti-defection.
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