GS PrelimsPolityTenth Schedule and Anti-defection Law1998
Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding Anti-Defection Act?
A
Second Schedule
B
Fifth Schedule
C
Eighth Schedule
D
Tenth Schedule
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
1. The Constitution of India contains several Schedules which elaborate on provisions mentioned in the articles.
2. The Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment Act of 1985, lays down the provisions regarding disqualification of Members of Parliament and State Legislatures on grounds of defection. This is commonly known as the Anti-Defection Act.
3. The Second Schedule deals with emoluments and privileges, the Fifth Schedule with administration of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes, and the Eighth Schedule lists the recognized official languages of India.