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A House Divided: Lapses i...

In a landmark judgment with far-reaching political consequences, the apex court has called on Parliament to re-examine the role of Speakers in deciding disqualification petitions, citing partisan inaction that undermines the law’s intent

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Turncoat Culture

In the rough and tumble of politics, defections mar democracy and cast a shadow on the constitutional morality of politicians, and often end up in courts. Can political will be mustered to stem the malaise?

The Disqualification Pred...

The Supreme Court said that when the Maha Vikas Aghadi government was formed, the rebels were part of the decision. The anti-defection law applies even if a faction splits from a political party and gets a majority

Defection Defects

The phrase “Aaya Ram Gayaa Ram” became popular after MLA Gaya Lal in Haryana switched political parties thrice in 24 hours. This marked the beginning of deliberations around implementing a law that prevented such migrations.

Plug the Loopholes

Rueing the fact that the law does not provide for any time frame to presiding officers to dispose of cases, when it can be done in three months, the vice president urged that it be amended.

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