The Arunachal Pradesh Local Authorities (Prohibition of Defection) Act, 2003
The Arunachal Pradesh Local Authorities (Prohibition of Defection) Act, 2003
This Act prohibits members of local self-government bodies in Arunachal Pradesh from defecting to other political parties if they were elected on a party ticket, ensuring they remain loyal to that party. It specifically covers elected officials in Zila Parishads, Anchal Samitis, and Gram Panchayats, making them ineligible to serve if they break their allegiance to the original party or follow its instructions. The law matters because it upholds the integrity of local elections and prevents political instability, ensuring that voters' choices are respected by keeping representatives bound to their original mandates through valid merger exceptions.
- 1. Short title and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Disqualification on the ground of defection
- 4. Omitted
- 5. Disqualification on the ground of Defection not to apply in case of merger
- 6. Decision on the question as to disqualification on the ground of defection
- 7. Bar on Jurisdiction of Courts
- 8. Power to make Rules
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