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Which Schedule of the Constitution contains provisions regarding the disqualification of members on the ground of defection?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 8th Schedule
  2. 9th Schedule
  3. 10th Schedule
  4. 11th Schedule

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 10th Schedule

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) 10th Schedule šŸ“š Explanation: The 10th Schedule, popularly known as the Anti-Defection Law, was added by the 52nd Amendment Act in 1985. It provides for the disqualification of members of Parliament and State Legislatures for switching political parties. The decision on disqualification is taken by the Presiding Officer of the respective House.