Kumar, B. Venkatesh Anti-defection law: welcome reforms - 2003 - p.1837-837. - 10 May The recent decision of the union cabinet to amend the Anti-Defection Act, by scrapping the clause that permits defection if it constitutes a split, that is, makes up one-third of legislative party strength, is a welcome step. - Reproduced. Subjects--Topical Terms: Elections - IndiaElections