Question

Statement A: The practice of elected representatives switching parties is known as defection.
Statement B: Anti-Defection Law prevents elected representatives from switching parties.

• A. Statement A is false but statement B is true.
• B. Statement B is false but statement A is true.
• C. Both Statements A and B are false.
• D. Both Statements A and B are true.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both Statements A and B are true.

The practice of an elected representative switching party is referred to as defection. The elected representative gives up loyalty to one party in exchange for loyalty to another in such cases. Very often, MLAs and MPs jump ship to obtain ministerial positions or money. Anti-Defection Law prevents MLAs and MPs from switching parties. Any candidate found guilty of defection is bound to lose their seat and membership of the House. Initially, those who left parties to become ministers or get cash rewards were punished. Later, the ban was extended to those who switch parties.