Cure for political Defections Maharashtra seemed to be precursor to the drama unfolding in Goa.Unfortunately it petered our as a damp squib.The plot failed as it could not garner enough support.The wounded lion after being stripped of his glamour, another disdident was crowned King.As the BJP was on hot pursuit of his illgoten empire it was natural that he traced back his steps.The wisdom of Congress as usual is primarily responsible for this fiasco.. For time being Intentions are clear but postponed for another day,as the lull before the storm No political party is pressing for a very simple antidefection law afresh, for as when their turn comes it certainly will be beneficial too Any member of any party including independents must resign and seek reelections if they are wedded to a new ideology .It is simple and unambigousThey must also be forced to pay for the costs of relection or better still be banned for two terms. THE POLITICAL parties can thus ensure their flock not being poached.The oaths and affidavits are an eyewash with no legal bearing of any consequences Defections for any reason including so called development have made a mockery of Democracy.Goa political scene has been notoriously famous in this respect leading the way . The voters are taken for a ride as they must follow the leader like a Pied Paper. Sanctity of vote is thrown to the winds as democracy is of the politician by the politician and for the politician. Once elected they are the kings and above the law subverting antidefection law with impunity and are not answerable to their voters All political parties must press for a simple antidefection law if democracy is to survive and prevent autocratic democracy in India Voters are also to be blamed for reflecting defectors
Nelson Lopes Chinchinim