GS IAS Logo

< Previous | Contents | Next >

4. What are the grounds for disqualification of members of legislatures under the Tenth Schedule of Indian Constitution? Analyse the merits and demerits of having such provisions in a parliamentary democracy like India.

Approach:

In the introduction, briefly, describe and write about the 10th schedule.

Mention the ground for disqualification provided under the Tenth Schedule of Indian Constitution.

Enumerate the merits and demerits of Anti-Defection Law and give arguments for and against these provisions.

Suggest the way forward in the conclusion.