PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldAnti-Defection Law Stifles Dissent and Democracy in India
The Anti-Defection Law, introduced in 1985 to prevent politicians from switching parties for personal gain, is now criticized for silencing dissent and weakening democracy. It enforces strict party discipline through a 'whip' that mandates how elected members must vote, limiting debate in parliaments and state assemblies. This suppression of voices leads to public frustration and prolonged street protests, disrupting daily life and economic activities.
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