SHORT ANSWER:
The Anti-Defection Law under the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution prevents elected members from defecting to another political party.
DETAILS:
- It applies to members of Parliament and State Legislatures.
- A member can be disqualified if they join another party after the election.
- Exceptions are provided for splits in parties and mergers under certain conditions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Disqualification from being a member of the House.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Tenth Schedule
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