What law was amended to reduce defection among elected representatives?

Election Commission Act

Constitution

Affidavit Law

Political Party Registration Act

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B. Constitution

Solution:

The Constitution was amended to prevent elected representatives from switching parties, thereby reducing defection, which was a common issue in politics.

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