The Supreme Court has held that 'voluntarily giving up membership' under Tenth Schedule includes not…

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The Supreme Court has held that 'voluntarily giving up membership' under Tenth Schedule includes not just formal resignation but also conduct showing ______ with the political party.

agreement
disassociation
collaboration
consultation

Answer: disassociation

Ravi Naik v. Union of India (1994) and subsequent cases: 'Voluntarily giving up membership' interpreted broadly to include: (a) Formal resignation, (b) Public statements against party, (c) Joining rival party activities, (d) Voting against party whip. Focus on substance over form; prevents technical evasion of anti-defection law while respecting genuine dissent.

Topic Anti-Defection Law - Voluntarily Giving Up Membership

Exam Relevance Judicial interpretation nuance critical for UPSC Mains and Judiciary exams

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The Supreme Court has held that 'voluntarily giving up membership' under Tenth Schedule includes not just formal resignation but also conduct showing ______ with the political party.