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AAP MPs can merge with BJP without breaking anti defection rules Supreme Court backed loophole
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Published on 25 April 2026
Seven Rajya Sabha MPs may escape anti defection
Legal experts say India’s anti defection law has a built in exit route under the Tenth Schedule. They argue a two thirds majority of a legislature party can merge into another party, so seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs led by Raghav Chadha could join BJP without violating rules. The Supreme Court has upheld this provision, though critics call it ineffective and want it replaced.
- Tenth Schedule permits merger through a two thirds majority
- Experts say seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs can join BJP legally
- Supreme Court has previously upheld the merger provision
- Critics argue the schedule is ineffective and should be replaced
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