SHORT ANSWER:
The key provisions of the Anti-Defection Law are outlined in the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Members of Parliament or State Legislatures cannot defect to another party after being elected.
- If a member joins another party after the election, they may lose their seat.
- Exceptions are provided for splits in parties and mergers under certain conditions.
- A member can be disqualified if they voluntarily give up their membership in the party.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Disqualification from the House for the remainder of the term.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Tenth Schedule
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